Himachal Pradesh weather: Earth-movers remove mud from Aut-Sainj road for smooth traffic in Kullu.

New Delhi:

Seven people have died after a cloudburst incident in Himachal Pradesh’s Solan district. Five people were rescued and one is reported missing after the cloudburst at Jadon village of Kandaghat subdivision in Solan, officials said.

Two houses and one cowshed were washed away, news agency ANI reported.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu offered condolences in a tweet, and said he has directed the authorities to ensure all possible assistance and support to the affected families.

“Devastated to hear about the loss of 7 precious lives in the tragic cloudburst incident at Village Jadon, Dhawla Sub-Tehsil in Solan District. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving families. We share in your pain and sorrow during this difficult time,” the Chief Minister’s Office tweeted.

Devastated to hear about the loss of 7 precious lives in the tragic cloud burst incident at Village Jadon, Dhawla Sub-Tehsil in Solan District. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving families. We share in your pain and sorrow during this difficult time. cont..1

— CMO HIMACHAL (@CMOFFICEHP) August 14, 2023

All educational institutes in the hill state will be shut today in view of the safety of students amid heavy rains, the Chief Minister said, adding that he has spoken to all District Collectors in the state for feedback on the damage and devastation.

He was also informed about the closure of the road routes and the damage caused by landslides. The Chief Minister has instructed the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary as well as all DCs to keep a close watch on the situation in views of heavy rains. The administrative staff should be alert and maintain smooth arrangements for roads, electricity, and water, the Chief Minister has said.