Rescue operation over, restoration work underway: Himachal CM

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Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said that the rescue operation in the hill state is nearly over and restoration efforts are still underway. «The rescue operation is over, the restoration work is ongoing,» the Chief Minister said thanking colleagues his across who have worked tirelessly in saving people's lives affected by the floods. Speaking to ANI, Himachal CM Sukhu said, «I want to thank all for saving people's lives throughout the night.

Yesterday at night at 2 pm, we saved 6 lives from Nagwain. Today morning at 5 pm our administration as well as local MLA Sundar Thakur, saved 29 lives.» Listing out the challenges being faced by the state, the Chief Minister highlighted issues with electricity supply, drinking water availability, and blocked roads. He emphasized that electricity problems are widespread, extending to Kullu and other areas.

Additionally, there are problems with accessing drinking water and numerous roads remain obstructed. The government is actively working towards opening these roads and will address these issues promptly once the rainfall subsides. «There is an electricity problem in Kullu and everywhere in the state.

There is a drinking water problem, and blocked roads. We are working towards opening the roads. Whenever rain stops we will start working on these problems on a war footing,» he said.