Heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours triggered a massive landslide in Himachal Pradesh, cutting off the remote Pangi Valley from the rest of the state.
The landslide struck along the Sansari–Kullu–Manali road at the border of Chamba and Lahaul-Spiti districts, washing away nearly a 60-metre stretch of the road and leaving the region completely inaccessible.
🚧 People Stranded, Road Completely Destroyed
Around 40–50 people travelling in private vehicles and taxis were stranded at Sugalwas and Kadu Nullah, where many had to spend the night in extremely cold conditions.
Eyewitnesses said the landslide was so severe that:
The entire hillside collapsed
No trace of the road remains
Movement is impossible even on foot
Authorities have shifted several stranded people to safer locations.
🏗️ Restoration Work Underway
The Border Roads Organisation has started operations to reopen the road and restore connectivity to the cut-off valley.
🌧️ Weather Alerts Across State
The Meteorological Department has issued:
Orange Alert: Hailstorm, thunderstorm, lightning, and strong winds (40–60 kmph) in districts like Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, and Solan
Yellow Alert: Similar conditions expected in Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Chamba, and Sirmaur
A prolonged wet spell is forecast till April 13.
🌨️ Rain, Snowfall and Crop Damage
Widespread rainfall recorded across the state
Sarahan received the highest rainfall (38.5 mm)
Reports of hailstorms damaging crops in parts of Shimla district
Snowfall likely in higher reaches
🌡️ Temperatures Drop Sharply
Cold conditions intensified across Himachal:
Kalpa and Kukumseri recorded lows of 0.4°C
Day temperatures remained 3–9°C below normal in many areas
📅 Weather Outlook
The wet conditions are linked to a Western Disturbance, with another system expected to impact the region from April 11.
👉 Advisory:
Authorities have urged residents and travellers to remain cautious, avoid landslide-prone routes, and follow official weather advisories.
