SHIMLA, Himachal Pradesh, Aug. 17 -- The Department of Information and Public Relations, Himachal Pradesh issued the following press release:

Directs swift relief and safety measures for affected families

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has reviewed the situation arising out of incessant rainfall in Mandi, Kullu and Kinnaur districts. He personally spoke to the Deputy Commissioners of the affected districts and sought detailed reports on the extent of damage and directed them to send comprehensive reports to the state government.

The Chief Minister instructed the district administrations to extend all possible assistance to the affected families and to ensure swift and effective relief measures. He further directed that rest...