At least 15 people have died after a devastating landslide buried a private bus in Himachal Pradesh, northern India, during heavy rainfall on Tuesday evening. Rescue teams continue searching for one missing individual using heavy machinery to clear debris from the mountainous terrain.
Local officials confirmed the landslide occurred when saturated soil collapsed onto the moving vehicle along a winding mountain road. "This tragedy highlights the growing risks of extreme weather patterns in our region," said a state disaster management spokesperson, noting this marks the deadliest landslide incident in the area this monsoon season.
The incident underscores broader challenges facing South Asia's Himalayan regions, where climate change and infrastructure pressures collide. Himachal Pradesh has recorded over 150 monsoon-related deaths since June, with landslides disrupting vital transport routes and affecting tourism-dependent communities.
Business analysts warn such events could impact regional supply chains, while travel advisories urge caution on mountain routes during peak rainfall. The disaster has drawn attention to disaster preparedness systems as climate scientists predict intensified monsoon patterns across Asia.
