Shimla, July 21 -- Normal life was severely affected across Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday as relentless monsoon rains disrupted road connectivity, power supply and drinking water services, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Red Alert for Kangra, Chamba and Sirmaur districts, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated extremely heavy downpours.

The southwest monsoon remains highly active over the state, with the IMD cautioning that intense rainfall could trigger flash floods, landslides and waterlogging in vulnerable areas.

Speaking to ANI, Himachal Pradesh Revenue, Horticulture and Tribal Development Minister Jagat Singh Negi said that despite the Red Alert, the damage had not been as extensive as initiall...