In response to the devastating Wayanad landslide disaster that claimed over 200 lives, the Kerala government has announced plans for a new 'community living' style township to rehabilitate the survivors. Minister K Rajan revealed that the government has identified two locations, Kottappadi and Kalpetta, for the township to provide not just homes but also jobs and education for those affected. The aim is to ensure a holistic life for the victims and help them rebuild and move forward.
Supreme Court Judge Justice BR Gavai, at an international conference on Law and Technology, highlighted the need for sustainable development and environmental protection to prevent tragedies like the recent landslides in Kerala's Wayanad. He emphasized that development should not come at the cost of the environment and urged for collaboration between all three branches of government to achieve a balance. The judge also spoke about how India's environmental jurisprudence has developed over the years and stressed on the fundamental duty of citizens to protect the environment.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for parts of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Goa and Maharashtra, forecasting heavy rainfall and possible disruptions to daily life in these regions. The weather office also predicts light rain over Delhi for the next two days and has recorded satisfactory air quality in the capital. Meanwhile, rescue efforts continue in Kerala's Wayanad district following massive landslides that have claimed over 300 lives.
Even as the search for missing persons in the Wayanad landslides continues, the Kerala government has released a list of 138 missing individuals. The list was accompanied by photos of the missing individuals and was issued after 9 days since the landslides hit the Mundakkai and Chooralmala villages. The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, is also anticipated to visit the area on Saturday. The state government is hopeful that this visit will lead to the declaration of the disaster as a 'calamity of severe nature' by the Centre and will prompt the Union government to extend necessary assistance for rehabilitation works. The government has already begun the process of identifying vacant buildings for temporary rehabilitation purposes.
Indian film and television actor Mohanlal, who also serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army, visited the landslide-hit district of Wayanad in Kerala. The area was hit by a devastating landslide, resulting in the loss of 300 lives. Mohanlal, dressed in his army uniform, also expressed his gratitude towards the rescue teams and officials working tirelessly to provide relief to the victims. He also urged the public to stay safe and avoid spreading false information about the incident.
The devastating landslides in Wayanad district, Kerala have claimed over 300 lives as rescue operations continue for the fourth day. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced plans to build over 100 houses in Wayanad, while 40 teams of rescuers brave adverse weather conditions to search for survivors in six different zones of the affected areas. The joint teams consist of personnel from various organizations and include local volunteers as well.
The death toll in Wayanad landslides has reached 334 as of Friday, with 281 people still missing. The Army, NDRF, and Navy have resumed search operations after receiving a thermal scanner signal of breathing under the debris in Mundakkai. A private firm will be providing advanced equipment to generate digital visuals and aid in the search for trapped victims. 94 relief camps have been set up to help the 9,910 people displaced by the landslides in Wayanad.
The Indian Army has completed the construction of a 190-ft-long Bailey bridge in record time to help connect the disaster-struck areas of Wayanad district in Kerala. The rescue teams face multiple challenges, including destroyed roads and bridges, as they continue to search for survivors trapped in collapsed buildings three days after massive landslides hit the area. The landslide has claimed the lives of over 290 people and left more than 200 missing, making the rescue efforts even more crucial.
The ongoing rescue operations in Wayanad following a massive landslide at Mundakkai-Chooralmala have found 107 bodies so far, with 100 bodies being recovered. However, due to the severe impact of the landslide, many bodies are dismembered and difficult to identify, making it challenging to determine the exact death toll. The rescue operation, led by the army, has entered its fourth day with 425 people still missing. Despite tireless efforts by officials and volunteers, the death toll continues to rise in one of the country's largest natural disasters.
The India Meteorological Department of Kerala has issued an orange alert in the Wayanad district due to heavy rainfall. This has led to landslides claiming the lives of over 290 people. However, according to IMD Kerala director Neetha K Gopal, there is hope for relief as there will be a considerable reduction in rainfall activities from tomorrow onwards. This will provide some respite for armed forces, NDRF, SDRF and civil administration personnel who are currently carrying out rescue operations in the affected areas.