Administration warns tourists to stay away from Beas amid rising water levels

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Kullu, July 2

The district administration and police have again appealed to tourists and residents to stay away from the banks of the Beas river, warning that continuous rainfall has significantly increased the river’s water level and made its flow extremely dangerous.

Despite repeated advisories issued through the media and other communication channels, several tourists have continued visiting the riverbank to take photographs and record videos, putting their lives at risk, officials said.

According to the administration, the Beas is currently flowing at a dangerously high level due to persistent rainfall, and the strong current poses a serious threat to anyone venturing close to the river.

The administration said that repeated awareness campaigns had been conducted, urging people not to approach the river for their own safety. However, some individuals have continued to ignore the warnings.

Authorities said action has been taken against such violators under Sections 114 and 115 of the Himachal Pradesh Police Act. Around nine people were challaned for disregarding safety advisories, and officials warned that similar violations would continue to attract strict legal action.

The administration and police once again appealed to all tourists and residents to prioritise their safety and avoid visiting the Beas River banks under any circumstances.

Officials warned that the river’s water level is continuing to rise and that the powerful current could cause a serious accident at any time.

The administration described the advisory as both an appeal and a warning, urging the public to follow all official safety guidelines and refrain from taking unnecessary risks to protect their own lives and those of their families.