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Climate change makes South Asia’s monsoon season more prone to floods, landslides and heavy rains
HIMACHAL PRADESH, INDIA, JUL 10 – The death toll includes 54 from rain-related incidents and 31 from road accidents, with over $2,000 crore released for relief, officials said.
- In Mandi district, on June 30, 2025, NDMA reported 72 deaths and 130 injuries from floods, and authorities warned of ongoing risks.
- Finu Shreshta said, glaciers are melting at unprecedented rates across the Hindu Kush and Himalayan ranges, and Roxy Mathew Koll noted increasing extreme rainfall events overwhelming drainage infrastructure.
- In Thunag village, Mandi district, authorities reported that 269 roads are blocked, 285 transformers disrupted, and 278 water schemes halted.
- Speaking to ANI, J.P. Nadda said over ₹2,000 crore was released for relief efforts and more support is promised.
- Further warnings suggest local authorities and residents remain at risk from ongoing heavy rains and potential flash floods until July 11.
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Climate change makes South Asia's monsoon more prone to floods and landslides
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