Tag: Monsoon Havoc

574 roads shut, 369 water supply schemes affected due to rains in Himachal

Power supply was severely impacted, with 812 Distribution Transformers (DTRs) disrupted across the state.

September 11, 2025

J-K: CM Omar Abdullah demands compensation, special trains from Centre as NH-44 remains blocked

Speaking to reporters, Abdullah noted that there has been loss of lives and damage to property and crops amid a devastating monsoon in the Union Territory.

September 9, 2025

Monsoon fury claims 370 lives in Himachal Pradesh; 615 roads blocked in state

According to the SDMA's cumulative loss report, the state has also reported 434 injuries and 1,480 houses damaged - 484 fully and 720 partially, along with extensive losses to agriculture, horticulture, and public infrastructure.

September 9, 2025

Kangra Airport Sees 40% Flight Cancellations Amid Monsoon Rains; Steps Taken to Reduce Disruptions

Airport Director Dhirendra Singh said the administration has initiated measures to minimise disruptions by reducing the visibility requirement for landings from 5 km to around 3 km.

September 6, 2025

Yamuna River Swells to 207 Metres in Delhi, Authorities Urge Caution but Assure “No Flood Risk”

Delhi minister Parvesh Verma, who inspected the situation at the ITO barrage, assured that despite the rise, there is “no threat of flooding.”

September 3, 2025

Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted for Ninth Day as Heavy Rains Lash Jammu & Kashmir

Rescue and restoration teams remain on high alert, while the base camp at Katra appears deserted, with many devotees still waiting for the yatra’s resumption.

September 3, 2025

Punjab Flood Crisis: Schools and Colleges Closed Till September 7, Relief Efforts Intensified

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced the directive on X, urging citizens to strictly follow local administration guidelines.

September 3, 2025

Omar Abdullah Reviews Flood Preparedness as Heavy Rains Batter J&K

The Chief Minister directed officials to intensify relief efforts, clear waterlogged areas, ensure uninterrupted essential services, and conduct timely evacuations from vulnerable zones.

September 3, 2025

Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Visit Punjab, Assures Centre’s Support for Flood-Hit Families

In a post on X, Chouhan said he had discussed the situation with Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, and Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian.

September 3, 2025

RLD Lawmakers to Contribute One Month’s Salary for Flood Relief, Announces Jayant Singh

The announcement comes as several states battle devastating floods triggered by incessant rainfall.

September 3, 2025