Rockslide forces closure of National Highway 154-A in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India
A large rockslide struck National Highway 154-A near Khadamukh in Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba district on March 1, 2025, disrupting traffic and forcing a temporary highway closure.
The incident was captured on video, showing people fleeing as debris tumbled down the slopes.
The region is currently experiencing severe weather, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing warnings for heavy rainfall and snowfall.
An Orange Alert has been declared for the Chamba and Kangra districts on March 3, while a Yellow Alert has been issued for the remaining 10 districts in the state.
Emergency response teams are working to clear blocked roads, restore essential services, and provide assistance to affected communities.
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1 Massive Landslide Hits Himachal’s Chamba, Video Captures Moment People Flee for Safety – TIMES NOW – March 3, 2025
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Rishika holds a Master’s in International Studies from Stella Maris College, Chennai, India, where she earned a gold medal, and an MCA from the University of Mysore, Karnataka, India. Previously, she served as a Research Assistant at the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, India. During her tenure, she contributed as a Junior Writer for Europe Monitor on the Global Politics website and as an Assistant Editor for The World This Week. Her work has also been published in The Hindu newspaper, showing her expertise in global affairs. Rishika is also a recipient of the Women Empowerment Award at the district level in Haryana, India, in 2022.
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