Heavy rains force closure of 484 roads in Himachal; yellow alert till August 30

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh have disrupted normal life, leading to road closures, power outages, and flooded homes. Hundreds of roads are blocked, including national highways, with Mandi and Kullu districts being the worst affected. The intense rainfall has triggered flash floods and landslides, causing significant damage and resulting in numerous casualties and substantial financial losses across the state.