Shimla, Aug. 27 -- Himachal Pradesh is reeling under a fresh wave of monsoon havoc as torrential rains triggered floods and landslides across several districts. In Kullu-Manali, the rising water of the Beas river caused large-scale destruction last night, washing away two restaurants, three shops, one house, and three kiosks in Manali's Banhang area.
The situation worsened after swollen rivers changed course, threatening habitation and crucial infrastructure. The Kiratpur-Manali four-lane highway has been badly damaged at multiple points, with stretches washed away by floodwaters, severely disrupting connectivity.
Authorities confirmed that Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti districts are completely cut off from the rest of the state. The Himachal Pr...