Shimla, July 19 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for Himachal Pradesh, forecasting widespread monsoon activity, heavy to very heavy rainfall, and the possibility of flash floods and landslides across several districts. The warning remains in effect until 8:30 am on July 20, 2026.

According to the Meteorological Centre, active weather conditions are being influenced by an upper-air cyclonic circulation over north Haryana and the monsoon trough shifting close to the Himalayan foothills. These systems are expected to intensify rainfall activity across the state over the next 24 hours.

During the past 24 hours, rainfall was recorded at many places across Himachal Pradesh, with Dharamshala receiving t...