Key Facts
Mandi district, July 7, 2026: The District Emergency Operations Center (DEOC) Mandi reported that out of 21 roads closed due to rain at 10 AM, seven were restored by 4 PM. Currently, 14 roads remain closed. Restoration work is ongoing.
Details of Road Closures
At 10 AM, Saraj mandal had six closed roads and Thalout mandal had 15. By 4 PM, one road in Saraj was reopened, leaving five closed. In Thalout, six roads were restored, leaving nine still blocked.
Impact on Infrastructure
National and state highways are fully functional. However, three Major District Roads (MDR) and 11 rural roads remain closed. Power and water services are unaffected, with no transformer disruptions reported.
What Readers Should Know
DC Apoorv Devgan has appealed to the public to avoid unnecessary travel and remain cautious in landslide-prone areas. The administration is working to clear all blocked routes.
FAQ
How many roads were closed in Mandi on July 7, 2026?
21 roads were closed at 10 AM, of which 7 were restored by 4 PM, leaving 14 still closed.
Which areas in Mandi were affected by road closures?
Saraj and Thalout mandals were affected. At 10 AM, Saraj had 6 closed roads and Thalout had 15. By 4 PM, Saraj had 5 and Thalout had 9 still closed.
Are highways and power/water services affected?
National and state highways are fully operational. Power and water services remain normal. However, 3 MDR and 11 rural roads are still closed.