India • Jul 03, 2025

Death toll rises to 13 in Mandi cloudburst, 29 still missing

Heavy rains and sudden cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district have left 13 people dead and 29 still missing.
The disaster hit areas like Gohar, Karsog, and Thunag on July 1.
Rescue teams—including NDRF, SDRF, police, and home guards—are still searching for survivors.

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Over 150 homes damaged

The floods have damaged over 150 homes and dozens of vehicles in Mandi.
With roads blocked and more rain expected (IMD has issued an orange alert for July 5-9), things could get tougher for locals.
The state government is stepping in with housing help for affected families.