NEW DELHI: The southern Indian state of Kerala is reeling from a catastrophic landslide that has claimed the lives of at least 215 people, with 206 individuals still unaccounted for, as reported by officials on Saturday. The devastating landslide struck Wayanad district on Tuesday, prompting a large-scale rescue operation that has now entered its fifth day.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has indicated that the search operation is nearing its conclusion and assured that the government is actively preparing a comprehensive rehabilitation plan for the survivors. The focus is now on implementing swift and effective recovery measures to aid those affected by the disaster. In parallel, the northern state of Himachal Pradesh is contending with severe weather conditions caused by recent cloudbursts.
On Thursday, these intense weather events led to the loss of six lives, with 47 individuals reported missing. The state’s emergency response teams are working tirelessly to mitigate the effects of the cloudbursts and conduct search operations for the missing persons. Both Kerala and Himachal Pradesh are grappling with the immediate aftermath of these natural calamities, with extensive efforts underway to provide relief and support to the impacted communities.
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