SHIMLA; Here are the top breaking news for Himachal Pradesh
1. Heavy Pre-Monsoon Rains Disrupt Daily Life
Intense rainfall hit several parts of Himachal, triggering landslides and waterlogging. Key roads—like Dharmshala–Chataro–Gaggal and Tauni–Hatkoti—were temporarily closed. An orange alert warns of heavy to very heavy rain on June 22, 23, 25, and 26—residents urged to stay vigilant.
Southwest Monsoon Approaches, IMD Forecasts
The Southwest Monsoon has advanced into parts of Himachal, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Uttarakhand. IMD predicts its arrival over remaining areas—including Himachal—within 2–3 days, signalling a shift to widespread wet weather.
3. Deputy CM and MLA Receive Online Death Threats
Serious threats were posted on social media targeting Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri and Congress MLA Rakesh Kalia. Police have registered an FIR in Haroli after comments calling for armed attacks following gangster Amrish Rana’s recent arrest. Investigations are ongoing.
Congress Family Feud Enters Public Arena
Internal tensions flared within the Himachal Congress as Agriculture Minister Chander Kumar and his son, former MLA Neeraj Bharti, engaged in a heated public disagreement. The dispute over transfer requests quickly became a broader clash, revealing deeper rifts within the family.
