Kullu, July 30 -- Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district has suffered losses of over Rs 48 crore since the start of the monsoon season, with 17 people reported dead, Deputy Commissioner Torul S Raveesh said.

She also informed that 65 residents of Darmedha village have been moved to safer areas as a precaution.

"Since the onset of monsoon, various departments in Kullu district have suffered losses of Rs 48 crore and individual damages of Rs 50 lakh... So far, 17 people have lost their lives," Raveesh told ANI.

She added, "As a precautionary measure, 65 residents of Darmedha village have been shifted to safer areas."

Earlier, on Tuesday, heavy rain in the evening led to waterlogging, traffic jams, and power cuts in several parts of Dharamsha...