SHIMLA: Flash flood and landslides triggered by incessant rainfall in Himachal Pradesh have caused extensive damage.
In the flash floods and landslides, 15 people have been killed and 8 are missing so far, a couple of bridges including British era Chakki bridge, located along Pathankot-Jogindernagar rail line in Kangra district, have also been washed away while over half a dozen roads including Chandigarh-Manali national highway are blocked.
Heavy rains have caused havoc in Himachal Pradesh since Friday night. According to officials, in the flash floods and landslides, 11 cattle have died while 8 are missing. Across state 14 houses, 5 cowsheds, 6 vehicles and coupe of bridges have also been damaged while 7 roads are closed.
