Nahan Reels Under Monsoon Fury: Highway Washed Away, Key Infrastructure Damaged
Heavy rainfall lashed Nahan, Sirmaur district on July 8, 2025, causing widespread devastation. The deluge led to significant damage across the town.
The Government Veterinary Hospital and a local resin factory bore the brunt of the flooding. Both facilities sustained extensive damage, disrupting essential services.
The Nahan-Shimla highway suffered a partial washout, severely impacting connectivity. This crucial route remains partially blocked, causing major disruptions.
Rising river levels forced authorities to release water from dams. A public advisory was issued, urging residents to exercise caution.
Assessment of the losses is underway. The full extent of the damage to property and infrastructure is yet to be determined.
This incident underscores the urgent need for robust infrastructure upgrades and improved disaster preparedness in Himachal Pradesh, particularly given the increasing frequency and intensity of monsoon-related events. The disruption to essential services also highlights the vulnerability of hill-state economies to such extreme weather.
