July 17, 2026 10:55 AM
Monsoon recovery gains pace in Himachal; utility restoration accelerates as IMD warns of heavy rain next week
Restoration of essential services gathered pace across Himachal Pradesh on Thursday following recent monsoon-related disruptions, with the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) reporting a significant reduction in blocked roads, power outages and water supply interruptions. The improvement came even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast another active spell of rainfall across the state beginning July 18. According to the SEOC’s evening report, 50 roads remained blocked acros...