New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit several north Indian states severely affected by recent floods and landslides, official sources confirmed on Friday. The visit comes amid mounting devastation caused by incessant rainfall, which has claimed hundreds of lives and caused extensive damage to infrastructure and agriculture.

Himachal Pradesh remains among the worst-hit regions, with more than 360 lives lost since the start of the monsoon season. The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) reported that 1,087 roads remain blocked, while 2,838 power supply lines and 509 water supply schemes have been disrupted.

Economic losses are estimated at over Rs.3,979.52 crore, affecting both public and private infrast...