Monsoon havoc in Himachal: schools closed, flash flood alerts issued amid surplus rainfall

August 7, 2025 8:35 AM

Monsoon havoc in Himachal: schools closed, flash flood alerts issued amid surplus rainfall

In response to widespread damage caused by heavy rainfall, the Himachal Pradesh government has declared monsoon holidays across several regions, affecting over 300 educational institutions. Education Minister Rohit Thakur stated that district administrations have been empowered to declare local-level holidays wherever required. “Last year, we gave the authority to district administrations to make such decisions based on local conditions. This year as well, due to continued rainfall and access...

Schools shut as Uttarakhand faces monsoon fury; red alert in 8 districts

August 7, 2025 8:27 AM

Schools shut as Uttarakhand faces monsoon fury; red alert in 8 districts

Uttarakhand remains on edge as torrential monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc across the hill state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several districts, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall till August 12.   Schools have been closed across the state as a precautionary measure, and authorities have advised residents to stay indoors.   Districts under the red alert include Pauri Garhwal, Tehri, Uttarkashi, Dehradun, Champawat, Udham Singh Nagar, Bages...