‘Scavenger water edge’: The video features Kullu Flash Flads; NH blocked, restoration on the way | Bharat News

New Delhi: Several flash floods were reported on Sunday, including Panrasa, Takoli and Nagwine along with Mandi-Kallu stretch of Chandigarh-Manali National Highway. The highway has been blocked at several points, bringing traffic to a stay and causes major disruption.Constant heavy rains and a cloudbers have triggered flash floods in the area, with the views of the sequences running into the affected areas. Officials said that no casualties have been reported so far. “No reports of human loss have been received in incidents,” told news agency ANI. Police is maintaining a strict vigilance on weak sites, while restoration is underway to reopen the highway and restore traffic.Widespread damage across Himachal PradeshFlash floods occur as Himachal Pradesh continues to struggle with one of its most destructive monsoon seasons in recent years. According to the State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA), 261 deaths have been recorded between 20 June and 16 August 2025. Of these, 136 people lost their lives in rain -related incidents such as landslides, drowning, electrocution, collapse and flash floods, while 125 died in road accidents.Mandi district has recorded the number of highest casualties with 26 deaths, with serious damage to public infrastructure. Other badly affected districts include Kangra (28 deaths), Kullu (11 deaths) and Chamba (10 deaths). The HPSDMA report estimates a loss of more than Rs 2,14,457 lakh of this monsoon, with roads, water supply, agriculture, horticulture and the most difficult hit with power infrastructure. The Public Works Department alone has reported a loss of more than Rs 1.18 lakh crore, while agriculture and horticulture have faced a joint loss of more than Rs 83,000 crore.Connectivity is a major concern, with frequent interruption with major highways including NH -05 (Kinnur) and NH -305 (Kullu). Many internal villages are cut for days, obstructing rescue and relief operations.The report also highlighted the widespread destruction of houses, fully damaged with 278 houses, 288 partially damaged and 703 gausheds were destroyed. More than 27,000 animals and birds have been destroyed. Officials said that restoring essential services is a priority, although continuous rainfall and recurring landslides are slowing down progress. Residents have been urged to be cautious, avoid unnecessary travel and follow the weather advice as the monsoon season is ready to continue for several more weeks.