Shimla, Aug. 1 -- Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread disruption in Himachal Pradesh, with 283 roads currently blocked due to landslides and other weather-related incidents.

The latest report released by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SECO) on Friday stated that 283 roads continue to remain blocked, including major stretches of the National highways 21 and 303.

Furthermore, 314 distribution transformers have been disrupted, and 221 water supply schemes are non-functional, severely affecting essential public services across several districts.

The monsoon fury has also impacted power and water supply, affecting numerous transformers and water schemes. The death toll has risen to 173, including those who perished in rain-re...