 At least 91 people have died in India's northern Himachal Pradesh state since the rains began, an official said on July 13. Flash floods over the weekend brought down a bridge and swept away several villages in the state. Authorities used helicopters to rescue people stranded on roads and bridges because of the rain. Flood-hit Manali residents were struggling to get back on their feet after losing their houses and property in the devastating floods. India, with around 1.3 billion people, relies on rainfall to support its population, many of whom live and rely on farming. However, excessive rainfall can cause floods exacerbated by poor drainage systems. There have been some deaths in the area since 1991, including road accidents. However, the total number is 91 since the rains began. India, with around 1.3 billion people, relies on rainfall to support its population, many of whom live and rely on farming.