Monsoon fury in Himachal Pradesh: 355 dead so far, IAF rescues stranded pilgrims amid widespread destruction

Himachal Pradesh is grappling with the aftermath of one of the most destructive monsoon seasons in recent years, as torrential rains have wreaked havoc across the state, claiming 355 lives and causing extensive damage to infrastructure and property. The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has released a cumulative report detailing the scale of devastation from June 20 to September 4.

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