NH 5 blocked due to landslide near Chambhaghat in Himachal

National Highway 5 has been blocked due to a landslide near Chambhaghat on Thursday.

National Highway 5 has been blocked due to a landslide near Chambhaghat on Thursday. Work is underway to restore proper facilities and traffic for all.

Chambhaghat, in Solan district, has become the latest spot from where a landslide has been reported. The state has been recording spells of heavy rainfall during the Monsoon season. This has resulted in landslides as well. 2 weeks ago, another landslide due to heavy rain was also reported from Dharamshala's Bhagsu Nag area. A Landslide was also reported from Pandoh area of Mandi district.

After the disaster, Chief Minister Jairam Thakur had advised tourists not to travel in high-risk regions. (ANI)