Watch: Pandoh Dam releases floodwater after Himachal Pradesh's cloudburst triggers flooding
Heavy rains and cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh have caused significant flooding, particularly affecting Mandi and Shimla districts. The Pandoh Dam's floodgates were opened due to rising water levels in the Beas River, raising concerns of further flooding. Cloudbursts have impacted Samej Khad and Thaltukhod, with three confirmed deaths and around 50 missing. Rescue operations are underway, with state and central officials urging focused disaster management and support for affected areas.