Torrential rains ravage Kullu-Manali, Tibetan settlements hit as Beas river overflows

8 months ago

Tsering Dhundup

DHARAMSHALA, Aug 28: Torrential rains in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu-Manali have unleashed devastating floods and landslides, cutting off the popular tourist hub from the outside world and affecting Tibetan settlements in the region.

Two days ago, Manali witnessed one of the heaviest downpours in recent memory, leaving the hill town in near-total isolation. The swollen Beas River washed away large stretches of both the left bank and right bank approach roads, halting vehicular movement into the valley. With arterial routes gone, supplies of food, fuel, and other essentials have been disrupted, while several areas remain without electricity, drinking water, and mobile connectivity.

Among the affected areas were Tibetan settlements along the Beas river. Speaking with Phayul  Tenzin Tsultem, Tibetan Welfare Officer of Kul...

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