Himachal Pradesh Landslide in Kullu Kills 6, Injures 5 Near Manikaran Sahib
Date: 30-mar-2025 | By: Nuztrend Team
Tragedy Strikes Devotees as Tree Falls During Landslide Triggered by Storm
In a heartbreaking incident on Sunday evening, March 30, 2025, a sudden landslide accompanied by strong winds caused a massive tree to fall on vehicles parked near the revered Manikaran Sahib Gurdwara in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. The calamity left six people dead and five others injured, sending shockwaves through the local community and pilgrims alike.
Incident Details and Rescue Efforts
The landslide, intensified by recent heavy rainfall and stormy weather, led to the uprooting of a large tree on the mountain opposite the gurdwara. The tree came crashing down on vehicles parked near the Manikaran Gurudwara parking area. Rescue teams, including police, medical staff, and revenue officers, responded swiftly to the emergency.
According to Ashwani Kumar, Additional District Magistrate of Kullu
“Six people died, and five were injured after trees were uprooted near Manikaran Gurudwara parking. The injured have been shifted to the community hospital in Jari.”
Statements from Authorities
Kullu MLA Sunder Singh Thakur confirmed that the bodies of the deceased were transported to the hospital and that immediate aid is being provided to those injured. He noted the continued presence of administrative personnel at the scene to coordinate further relief operations.
Sub Divisional Magistrate Vikas Shukla reported that medical teams were stationed on-site to provide emergency care and assist in ongoing search and rescue efforts.
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State Government's Response
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur both expressed deep sorrow over the tragic event. CM Sukhu has instructed district officials to extend full support to the affected families and ensure the best possible treatment for the injured.
Recent Weather Patterns Behind the Disaster
Himachal Pradesh has been experiencing frequent landslides, cloudbursts, and snowfall throughout March 2025. Earlier this month, over 583 roads were blocked due to similar weather events, leading to widespread damage across Kullu and Kangra districts.
- Heavy rainfall and snowfall triggered landslides in multiple locations
- Vehicles were swept away by gushing waters in Kullu
- Rokaru village in Kangra witnessed a massive landslide endangering 12 homes
- One person remains missing near the Shiva Hydropower Project in Palampur
Call for Safety Measures and Vigilance
As weather conditions remain unpredictable, authorities are urging locals and tourists to remain cautious in vulnerable regions. Travelers are advised to stay updated on road closures and storm warnings, especially in areas near rivers and mountainous terrain prone to landslides.
This incident once again highlights the urgent need for disaster preparedness and improved early warning systems in the hill states of India.
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