Major landslide blocks flow of Chenab river in Lahaul Spiti, villagers evacuated

The incident in Lahaul and Spiti has resulted in the formation of a lake near the Nalda village.

A major landslide occurred near Nalda village in Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul and Spiti on Friday, blocking the flow of the Chenab river in the region. Only 10 to 15 per cent of the river water is being discharged, resulting in the formation of a lake near the village. The village is located more than 34 km from district headquarters Keylong. No loss of life or property has been reported due to the incident so far.