01/08/2021
Is Himachal Pradesh safe to travel now?
There is a lot of Information and videos on social media about landslides, cloud bursts, floods in Himachal Pradesh. This year has so many such incidents compared to previous years.
It is true it's happening in so many places. I know everyone wants to hear a positive answer. But my answer is mixed. I have been vlogging in Himachal for the past 4 months. I myself have seen landslides in front of my eyes so many times. I have seen millions of huge boulders lying on the sides of the roads which did scare me. But it doesn't just happen everywhere in Himachal Pradesh. Only a few types of mountains cause landslides. Especially Kinnaur area. The local people still need to travel places. Landslides and shooting stones or floods aren't going to stop them from travelling. But they are patient and careful in approaching such incidents. Sometimes they even have to wait for months together to get to their homes and they mostly are okay with it.
So, the main thing to think about when you are travelling in Himachal Pradesh is to practice patience. Come here during the best months if you want to save days. If you do come during the months of monsoon or other extreme climates, then plan for a long trip. Wait in safe zones and move on when the roads are safe to travel. Don't be in a rush to get some where. Drive very carefully and do have an eye on the mountains as well. Take timely decisions. Most of all, listen to the local drivers and people. They know these mountains and roads better. That is how it is done.
Cheers! Happy Travelling!