Shimla, Sept. 19 -- A major landslide struck Shimla early Friday morning, blocking the city's main road and posing a threat to nearby buildings.

Authorities have declared one school shut for two days as a precautionary measure.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shimla announced the closure of the school, citing safety concerns. Public Works Department (PWD) teams have been deployed to clear the debris and restore road connectivity, though officials warn the site remains highly unsafe.

Vijay Kumar, a PWD driver operating an excavator and robotic equipment, said his team rushed to the spot in the early hours.

"The landslide occurred around 1:50 am. We were informed about it at 3:00 am and reached here by 3:30 am. Since early morning, we have bee...