Here are the top trending news stories from Himachal Pradesh for August 21, 2025,
Himachal Pradesh — Trending Headlines
1. Disaster Strikes Along Kiratpur–Manali Highway
A tragic incident marked the latest wave of monsoon disasters: a pick-up truck loaded with apples plunged off the Kiratpur–Manali highway near Jogini Mod—just hours before a landslide struck the same spot. At least one person lost their life. Lifeline roadways, including 366 routes, remain blocked, disrupting traffic, delaying apple trade, and affecting electricity and water supplies across districts like Kullu, Una, and Mandi. Ropeway services in Dharamshala are on hold pending safety checks.
2. Assembly in Chaos: BJP Slams Employment Figures
Tensions flared during the Himachal Pradesh Assembly’s monsoon session as the BJP confronted the ruling Congress over allegedly misleading job creation data. Party members staged protests and a walkout after alleging discrepancies between 2024 and 2025 job numbers. CM Sukhu defended the administration’s performance and assured the House that all promises would be fulfilled by the end of the term.
3. BJP Unveils State Leadership Team
Himachal Pradesh BJP President Dr. Rajeev Bindal has announced the appointment of new party office bearers following his reappointment on June 30. The reshuffle includes multiple vice-presidents, general secretaries, secretaries, and heads for social media, digital, and various party fronts.
4. High Court Strikes Down Maternity Leave Restrictions
A key legal win for teachers: the Himachal Pradesh High Court has overturned government directives that prematurely curtailed maternity leave for a government school teacher, reinforcing rights for educators.
5. CM Assures Justice in Two High-Profile Cases
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has promised appropriate legal action regarding the death of an engineering student in West Bengal and a minor’s rape case in Chamba. The state government is addressing both incidents promptly.
6. Monsoon Toll Rises: 276 Dead So Far
The Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority confirms that the ongoing monsoon season has claimed 276 lives, left 336 injured, and 37 missing since June 20. Infrastructure losses—spanning roads, utilities, and public services—are mounting.
Infrastructure & Disasters
“Landslide disrupts Kiratpur–Manali highway; apple trade halted”
Politics & Governance
“Assembly erupts over misleading job data; BJP stages walkout”
Party Strategies
“BJP names new Himachal state leadership amid political surge”
Judicial News
“High Court restores teacher’s maternity leave rights”
Crime & Public Safety
“CM pledges action over student’s death, minor’s assault cases”
Monsoon Impact
“276 killed in Himachal monsoon; injuries and missing persons rise”
Top trending news stories from Himachal Pradesh for August 21, 2025,
