The north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is reeling under the wrath of monsoon rains, with 157 lives lost and 259 roads disrupted due to landslides and heavy rainfall. The State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) report reveals damages to nearly 900 properties and public works, amounting to estimated losses of Rs 886 crore. Landslides and flash floods have accounted for 68 deaths, while road accidents have taken 89 lives. A worrying 257 people are still missing. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy rain in five districts, including Kangra, Mandi, Hamirpur, Shimla, and Sirmaur. Power supplies have been severely affected, with over 160 distribution transformers out of service for a week, particularly in Kullu and Mandi districts. The rapid rise in river and stream levels has led to flooding and debris crashes in Kullu, damaging makeshift bridges and cars. Adjoining Uttarakhand has also faced monsoon fury, with a metal bridge being swept away in Niti Valley, Chamoli district. The Beas river in spate is causing further chaos in Kullu, while the Mandi-Kullu highway remains closed due to numerous landslides. Efforts are underway to reopen roads, but fresh landslides and heavy rain continue to pose challenges. Additionally, water supply schemes have been disrupted across Himachal, with Shimla reporting the highest number of affected schemes.