Himachal’s Apple Belt Cut Off: Landslides Leave Balichowki Villagers in Peril
Heavy rains and devastating landslides have cut off Balichowki in Mandi district, leaving villagers facing severe hardships. Communication networks have collapsed, with electricity and phone services completely disrupted.
Roads remain blocked, isolating several villages and creating a humanitarian crisis. Essential supplies, including rations, are unable to reach the affected population.
This isolation is particularly devastating for apple farmers, preventing them from transporting their harvest to market. The resulting financial losses threaten the livelihoods of many families. Food scarcity is also becoming a major concern.
The situation highlights the vulnerability of remote Himalayan communities to extreme weather events. Urgent government intervention is needed to restore connectivity, deliver aid, and mitigate the economic impact on the region’s vital apple industry. The incident underscores the need for improved infrastructure and disaster preparedness in these vulnerable areas.
