Himachal flood: NDRF safely evacuates 51 stranded people from cloud burst sites in Mandi

Mandi, August 25: Responding swiftly to a dire situation, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) orchestrated a commendable rescue operation on Thursday, effectively saving 51 individuals who found themselves stranded in the aftermath of cloud burst incidents. The affected sites were identified as Shehnu Gouni and Kholanala villages, both located within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, as confirmed by local authorities.

The picturesque Himalayan state, while renowned for its beauty, has recently faced a barrage of calamities stemming from relentless heavy rains, disruptive landslides, and catastrophic cloudbursts that have unfurled across various regions of the state. The consequential impact has been a disheartening trail of destruction and unfortunate loss of lives.

Adding to the grim scenario, a devastating landslide wreaked havoc in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh just today, exacerbating the challenges that the state is grappling with.

Government officials have released concerning statistics, disclosing that a total of 2,237 houses have been rendered completely uninhabitable due to the forces of nature, while a further 9,924 residences have sustained partial damage. Beyond residential spaces, the scale of destruction also encompassed 300 shops and a staggering 4,783 cow sheds.

Former Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Jairam Thakur, took proactive steps to assess the gravity of the situation. He visited the regions ravaged by landslides, focusing on the Kuklah area within the Mandi district. During his visit, he urged the incumbent Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, to promptly organize rations for the inhabitants stranded in these distressed areas.

With evident concern etched across his face, Former HP CM Jairam Thakur commented on the staggering toll the recent calamities have taken on the region. He shared his experience of witnessing a two-storeyed school building crumble under the force of nature, highlighting the vulnerability of structures as numerous houses exhibited severe cracks. Tragically, the impact of these incidents led to the unfortunate loss of six lives in a single day.

In the face of adversity, the NDRF's swift and courageous efforts have not only rescued stranded individuals but have also offered a glimmer of hope in a landscape marred by tragedy. As the state unites in its response to these challenges, the need for collective action and support becomes more apparent than ever.

Also Read: Trump detained for alleged election fraud, quickly released on $200,000 bond

- ANI

Join Whatsapp Channel