New Delhi, Sept. 16 -- Himachal Pradesh, like in 2023, is once again facing the severe brunt of natural disasters this year. According to the State Emergency Operation Centre, from June 20 to September 5, 366 people have died in rain-related incidents and road accidents during the monsoon season, while 41 people are still missing. Along with this, more than 6,000 houses and over 450 shops and factories have been either entirely or partially damaged. During this period, incidents of landslides have also continued to increase. So far, the state has witnessed 135 landslides, 95 flash floods, and 45 cloudbursts. Due to these landslides, three national highways, along with 869 roads in the state, are closed for transport. A total of 1,572 elec...