SHIMLA, Himachal Pradesh, July 10 -- The Department of Information and Public Relations, Himachal Pradesh issued the following press release:





Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited the disaster-affected villages of Baga, Syanj and Panglyur in Nachan Assembly Constituency of Mandi district on Thursday to assess the damages caused by recent natural calamity. He met with affected families, consoled them and assured them of all possible support from the state government. He also offered prayers for the peace of the departed souls and expressed condolences to the bereaved families.

The Chief Minister personally reviewed the extent of destruction in these villages and enquired about the loss of life and property. Visibly...