Shimla, Aug. 26 -- Heavy rainfall has caused widespread damage across Himachal Pradesh, disrupting electricity and water supply and blocking hundreds of roads.

State Revenue, Horticulture and Tribal Development Minister Jagat Singh Negi said on Tuesday that the monsoon has remained "very active" over the past 24 hours, particularly affecting Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, Shimla and Lahaul-Spiti districts.

"There has been a lot of rain in the state, and there has been a lot of damage as well. The electricity supply has been disrupted, drinking water schemes have been disrupted, people's lands have been damaged," Negi said.

He added that all departments are fulfilling their responsibilities.

According to official data, 625 roads, including thr...