Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:53am on 03 Aug 2024,Saturday India
A cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh's Samej village has caused widespread destruction, with entire village washed away. According to survivors, the disaster occurred on Wednesday night, catching residents off guard. Anita Devi, a resident, reported that only her house remained standing, while Bakhshi Ram, an elderly villager, lost 14-15 family members in the flood. The villagers are now homeless and searching for loved ones. The authorities have yet to assess the full extent of the damage, but initial reports indicate significant loss of life and property. Relief efforts are underway to support the affected villagers.