Himachal Pradesh rain fury: Over 400 dead since monsoon onset; over 3,000 houses completely destroyed

The Himachal Pradesh monsoon has claimed 419 lives as of September 17, according to the SDMA report. Landslides, falls, and drowning were the major causes. Public infrastructure suffered massive damage, with losses exceeding Rs 4,59,536.54 lakhs. Lahaul & Spiti was hit hardest by landslides and flash floods.