The BJP's decision to deny tickets to several MLAs and ministers for the upcoming assembly polls in Himachal Pradesh has triggered rebellion within some sections of the party
A flash flood in the Manji river in Dharamsala last year had left a trail of destruction. Many private buildings and government infrastructure were damaged. Those living on the banks of the river are fearful that another flash flood may occur during the current monsoon season.
In the first week of February 2022, representatives of villagers had threatened to take out a long march from Kharghar to the civic headquarter if the tax collection proposal is not withdrawn.