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IMD Gives Stormy Weather Signnals Ahead in Himachal

Stormy Signals Ahead, But Uneven Rainfall Still a Big Worry for Himachal..

SHIMLA: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast above-normal rainfall for Himachal Pradesh during the June to September 2025 monsoon season — a prediction that will likely keep the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) on its toes throughout the monsoon period.

After a turbulent pre-monsoon, this alert raises concerns of floods, flash floods, and landslides in vulnerable zones.

But the pre-monsoon numbers (March–May) reveal a grim and imbalanced picture. Himachal as a whole received 27% below-normal rainfall, ranking it 39th driest since 1901.

According to IMD data, Sirmaur (+75%) and Solan (+32%) received excess rainfall, while Kangra (-63%), Chamba (-46%), Una (-40%), Hamirpur (-37%), Bilaspur (-35%), and Shimla (-21%) saw significant deficits.

Tribal regions were worst hit: Kinnaur (-86%) and Lahaul-Spiti (-85%) suffered near-drought conditions, sparking fears for water supply and farming.

Even though May 2025 clocked a near-normal average (62.5 mm vs normal 63.3 mm), most of that rain came in short, intense bursts.

Hailstorms battered fruit crops across the apple belt, while some areas were inundated and others remained parched.

But There is no compensation for Farmers from the government for loss from hailstorms.

The skewed rainfall pattern, coupled with climate uncertainty, demands localized weather alerts, stronger infrastructure, and crop loss mitigation strategies.

An active monsoon may be on the way, but unless rain falls evenly across districts, disaster won’t be avoided—just redistributed.

What Should Tourists and Hoteliers Do?

With the IMD warning of an active monsoon, tourists must stay updated with daily weather alerts, avoid trekking during heavy rain periods, and avoid landslide-prone areas, especially in Kullu, Shimla, Chamba, and Lahaul-Spiti.

Hoteliers and homestay operators must proactively inform guests about weather risks, stock up on emergency supplies, and prepare evacuation protocols where needed.

Local tourism bodies should coordinate closely with the SDMA for real-time alerts and disaster readiness drills.

The key challenge isn’t just more rain, but where and how it falls. Uneven patterns could flood some valleys while leaving others dry.

The takeaway: the danger this year may not be less water — but too much, too fast, in the wrong places.

#HimachalWeather #Monsoon2025 #TouristAdvisory #DisasterPreparedness

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IMD Predict Rain Activity for the Coming Week

Himachal to See Light Rain, Thunderstorms Over Next 7 Days; Temp Dip Likely in Mid Hills

Shimla, June 1:

If you're in Himachal Pradesh, don’t forget your umbrella this week! The state is in for a mixed bag of weather over the next seven days, with light rain and thunderstorms expected in many parts—especially the middle and higher hills—due to a fresh western disturbance and other active weather systems.

According to the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, the next few days could bring light to moderate rain, along with thunder and lightning, in several districts including Shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, Kangra, and parts of Lahaul-Spiti. The western disturbance, now active over North Pakistan and adjoining Jammu & Kashmir, is expected to interact with local weather systems, pulling in moisture from the plains.

As per the seven-day forecast (June 1–7), light rainfall activity will be scattered across the region, especially in the afternoons and evenings.

The department has also issued yellow alerts for thunderstorms and lightning on a few days.

While the plains like Una and Bilaspur will continue to reel under temperatures nearing 39°C, the middle hills are likely to get some respite. Places like Shimla, Manali, and Dalhousie could see a slight dip in both daytime and nighttime temperatures.

On Saturday, Keylong was the coldest at 5.2°C, while Una recorded the hottest at 38.8°C. Shimla saw a minimum of 13.4°C and a maximum of 26.1°C.

The Met office advises farmers and tourists to stay updated and exercise caution, especially during afternoon thunderstorms. Lightning activity and gusty winds could also affect outdoor plans.

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IMD Predicts Rain Activity for the Coming Week

Himachal to See Light Rain, Thunderstorms Over Next 7 Days; Temp Dip Likely in Mid Hills

Shimla, June 1:

If you're in Himachal Pradesh, don’t forget your umbrella this week! The state is in for a mixed bag of weather over the next seven days, with light rain and thunderstorms expected in many parts—especially the middle and higher hills—due to a fresh western disturbance and other active weather systems.

According to the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, the next few days could bring light to moderate rain, along with thunder and lightning, in several districts including Shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, Kangra, and parts of Lahaul-Spiti.

The western disturbance, now active over North Pakistan and adjoining Jammu & Kashmir, is expected to interact with local weather systems, pulling in moisture from the plains.

As per the seven-day forecast (June 1–7), light rainfall activity will be scattered across the region, especially in the afternoons and evenings.

The department has also issued yellow alerts for thunderstorms and lightning on a few days.

While the plains like Una and Bilaspur will continue to reel under temperatures nearing 39°C, the middle hills are likely to get some respite.

Places like Shimla, Manali, and Dalhousie could see a slight dip in both daytime and nighttime temperatures.

On Saturday, Keylong was the coldest at 5.2°C, while Una recorded the hottest at 38.8°C. Shimla saw a minimum of 13.4°C and a maximum of 26.1°C.

The Met office advises farmers and tourists to stay updated and exercise caution, especially during afternoon thunderstorms. Lightning activity and gusty winds could also affect outdoor plans.

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Grand Fest and Carnival Mark 154th Founders Day of Auckland House School in Shimla

Auckland House School Marks 154 Glorious Years with Grand Fest & Carnival

Shimla, 31 May 2025 – Auckland House School, Shimla turned 154 this year and celebrated the milestone with much pomp and show during its two-day Founders’ Day and Annual Carnival held on May 30 and 31.

The celebrations kicked off with a solemn prayer meet led by Director-Principal Smaraki Samantaroy. Former Bishop Samantaroy and Boys’ School Principal Rubin T. John were among the dignitaries.

A vibrant cultural show featuring dances, music, a powerful English play and a spirited school band performance marked the day.

The highlight was a fun-filled tug of war between alumni and Class XII girls – with the old girls pulling off a win, literally!

The next day, the school campus was buzzing with excitement as the Annual Carnival brought in food, games, mehndi, tattoos, art, and jam sessions.

St. Edward’s School Principal Fr. Anil Sequeira graced the occasion as chief guest and lauded the school’s creative energy and community spirit.

With students, alumni, and even kids from other schools joining the celebrations, the two-day affair turned into a colourful tribute to tradition, talent, and togetherness.

#154YearsStrong #AucklandCarnival #LegacyMeetsJoy #ShimlaSchools

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HP Cabinet Approves 700 home Guard posts, Refund Scheme to Tackle Waste, RERA Shifted to Dharamshala

Shimla, May 31:

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet, in its meeting chaired by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday, took several key decisions including the creation of 700 posts of Home Guard Volunteers and the introduction of a "Deposit Refund Scheme 2025" to curb non-biodegradable waste.

In a significant green move, the Cabinet approved the launch of the Deposit Refund Scheme on a pilot basis. Under the scheme, consumers will pay a refundable deposit on packaged products — such as glass bottles, plastic containers, aluminium cans, liquid packs, and multilayered flexible packaging — which will be reimbursed upon return of the empty packaging.

The government aims to make producers and consumers jointly responsible for reducing waste.

The Cabinet also gave a green signal to fill 700 posts of Home Guard Volunteers under the Home Guards and Civil Defence Department, enhancing community security and disaster readiness.

In an administrative reform, the Cabinet approved regularisation of 203 Panchayat Secretaries (Zila Parishad cadre) who have completed two years of contract service as of March 31, 2025.

Medical education reforms were also on the table. The government amended the PG/SS policy by scrapping the mandatory one-year field posting prior to eligibility for senior residency at IGMC Shimla and RPGMC Tanda.

This step aligns the state’s policy with that of AIIMS, Chamiyana, and is expected to streamline the selection process for resident doctors.

Further, the Himachal Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) office will be shifted from Shimla to Dharamsala for better regional balance in administration.

The Cabinet gave in-principle approval to restart the de-novo reservation roster for members and chairpersons of Panchayati Raj Institutions, a move similar to what was done in 2010.

In forest governance, the Himachal Pradesh Forest Development Corporation has been allowed to collect minor minerals and carry out dredging in forest areas’ rivers and ponds.

The move aims to manage natural resources more efficiently while ensuring environmental sustainability.

For better grassroots education administration, a new Elementary Education Block will be created at Baddi by bifurcating the Ramshahar block in Solan district.

Necessary posts will also be created and filled to ensure smooth functioning.

The Cabinet also approved reorganisation of development blocks Sulah, Bhawarna and Lambagaon in Kangra district and Bharanj in Hamirpur, aimed at improving governance and accessibility in these regions.

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