Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday said that rehabilitating people affected by incessant rains and flash floods in the state was a challenge for the government, but it would be overcome with the support of the people.

The CM noted that due to the present government’s pre-emptive measures, the loss of human lives was comparatively less than the devastation witnessed in 2023.

Sukhu conducted an aerial survey of Bharmour, Manimahesh, and other disaster-hit areas in Chamba district, as well as Fatehpur and Mand in Indora, Kangra district, following the release of excess water from Pong Dam, a release said.