Private Bus Rescued After Being Stranded in Heavy Rain in Chamba
A private bus operating on the Chanju–Chamba route was stranded due to rising water levels near Kandhla in Rampur Nala. Quick action from local authorities ensured the safe extraction of all passengers, who were unharmed. The region is currently facing heavy rainfall, leading to safety advisories for travelers on mountain roads. Read on for more details about this incident and the ongoing weather conditions.
| Jul 21, 2026, 17:38 IST
Bus Stranded Due to Rising Water Levels
Subhash Mahajan
Chamba — Earlier today, a private bus traveling on the Chanju–Chamba route found itself stranded near Kandhla in Rampur Nala along the Tissa–Chamba road. The situation arose as water levels began to rise, causing concern among the passengers regarding their safety.
Fortunately, local authorities and residents responded quickly, managing to extract the bus from the nala within thirty minutes. Thankfully, all passengers were unharmed, providing much-needed relief to the anxious community.
The region continues to experience heavy rainfall, prompting officials to advise travelers to exercise caution when navigating mountain roads.