Vehicles were washed away in flash floods at Nullah in Kullu, Kinnaur and Chamba. Several bridges, including the Aut bridge, Pandoh bridge and historical Panchvaktra bridge were swept away by the overflowing Beas river in the Mandi district.
Heavy rains have hit the Indian states of Haryana and Punjab for the third day causing flooding in many areas. Nine people have died in rain-related incidents. Schools in Punjab are closed until 13 July while schools in Haryana will be closed till Wednesday. The Army and National Disaster Response Force have been assisting with rescue and relief operations.
While talking about the impact of rain on crops, Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister J P Dalal told The Indian Express: “The rain is beneficial for the paddy crop.
IMD rains alert: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said most parts of northern India would witness rainfall accompanied with thunderstorms today. Check which parts of Delhi-NCR and adjoining areas will be impacted