Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:13am on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India
Thirteen people have died and more than 40 are missing after cloudbursts triggered flash floods in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla districts. The calamity struck on July 31, with the most affected areas being Nirmand, Sainj, Malana, Padhar, and Rampur. Rescue operations have been intensified, deploying sniffer dogs, drones, and additional machinery. Over 400 rescuers are involved, including Army and NDRF teams. The state government announced immediate relief measures, including financial aid for victims and monthly rent assistance.
