Shimla, July 31 -- Himachal Pradesh continues to grapple with widespread disruption in public utilities due to relentless monsoon rains.

According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), as of 10:00 AM on July 31, a total of 301 roads remain blocked, 436 power distribution transformers (DTRs) are disrupted, and 254 water supply schemes have been affected across the state.

The SEOC report confirms that heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours has been the primary reason for the widespread breakdown in public services.

The highest number of road blockages was reported in Mandi district with 193 routes shut, followed by Kullu (47) and Chamba (25). Disruptions in power transformers were notably severe in Kullu (134) and Chamba (142) d...