Kerala Wayanad

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Wayanad's Landslide Catastrophe: A Dark Tale of Nature's Fury and Rescue Efforts!

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As Wayanad grapples with a devastating landslide, celebrity politicians Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi join the rescue efforts. Discover all the details behind this tragic event!

Wayanad, Kerala has recently been the center stage of a tragic natural disaster following massive landslides that have sent shockwaves through the region. With the death toll rising to an alarming 277 and many still missing, rescue operations are in full swing. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been deployed alongside local authorities, diligent volunteers, and brave hearts who are navigating treacherous terrain in their quest to find survivors. The midi of this tragedy is so strong that national flags have been hoisted at half-mast throughout the state to honor those who lost their lives.

Adding a touch of political intrigue to this somber event, prominent figures like Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi have swiftly headed to Wayanad to oversee the relief efforts and show support to affected families. The Kerala Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, is also under scrutiny for claiming there was no adequate early warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) ahead of the disaster. In contrast, the Union government maintains that alerts were given, creating a stir as accusations of miscommunication and administrative negligence emerge.

With reports indicating extensive damage to villages like Mundakkai and Chooralmala, the situation for many families is dire. Over 3000 people have been rescued so far, but a multitude still remain in peril as heavy rains continue to hamper search operations. Amid all this destruction, authorities are not just content with rescue missions; they are also urging citizens to avoid 'dark tourism' in the already-grim landscapes— a term they coined for tourists flocking to these disaster-struck areas out of morbid curiosity.

While the rain may have stopped, the impact of this calamity will resonate in Wayanad for a long time. Many locals believe that every cloud has a silver lining, stating that the outpouring of support and community bonding that this tragedy has ignited could serve as a unifying force for the once serene region. For some interesting tidbits: Did you know that Wayanad, a hotspot for nature lovers, is known for its biodiversity? Spanning lush greenery and rich wildlife, it's an area where eco-tourism flourished before this disaster. Many are hoping that with global awareness and support, Wayanad will rise again stronger and more resilient than ever.

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Wayanad landslides LIVE: toll crosses 200; Rahul, Priyanka on their ... (The Hindu)

Wayanad, Kerala landslides LIVE updates: rescue operations to continue; death toll crosses 200. Follow The Hindu's latest coverage.

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Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi leave for landslide-hit Wayanad in Kerala (Business Standard)

167 people have been declared dead in the aftermath of the landslides as per the Kerala Revenue Department.

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Wayanad tragedy: Kerala CM refutes Centre's early alert claim, says ... (Business Today)

Vijayan clarified that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had only issued an orange alert for the district prior to the landslides.

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Kerala Wayanad Landslides Live Updates: Toll rises to 277; over ... (Times of India)

The full scale of devastation from the landslides that nearly obliterated the entire Mundakkai settlement and two nearby villages early Tuesday morni.

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Kerala CM challenges Amit Shah's claims of 'early warning' about ... (Livemint)

CM Vijayan said the India Meteorological Department had only issued an orange alert for the district before the landslides, which occurred after the region ...

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Wayanad Landslides LIVE: Death toll rises to 158, rescue ... (Hindustan Times)

Wayanad Landslides LIVE Updates: National flags across the state are flying at half-mast as the Kerala government has declared official state mourning.

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What is dark tourism that Kerala Police is warning against in Wayanad (India Today)

With green hills and gushing waterfalls, Wayanad is a destination for tourists looking for some tranquillity. The peace was, however, broken by the ...

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Wayanad landslides: Number of dead rises to 256, over 200 missing (India Today)

Three landslides struck Wayanad on Tuesday, following heavy rain. Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha villages in the Kerala district were the ...

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Wayanad Landslide LIVE: वायनाड भूस्खलन से तबाही, बारिश बनी रेस्क्यू ... (ABP News)

Wayanad Landslide LIVE: वायनाड भूस्खलन से तबाही, बारिश बनी रेस्क्यू के बीच का रोड़ा, हादसे पर पीएम की सीधी नजर · Kerala Landslide LIVE: ...

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Wayanad landslide: Warned Kerala seven days before the Wayanad ... (The Economic Times)

The Union government reported that the Kerala government received early warnings about the Wayanad landslide, with alerts given on July 23, 24, and 25.

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Wayanad Landslide Live: बहन प्रियंका के साथ आज वायनाड जाएंगे राहुल ... (अमर उजाला)

Kerala Wayanad Landslide Live Updates in Hindi: केरल के वायनाड जिले में मंगलवार को मेप्पाडी के पास विभिन्न पहाड़ी इलाकों में आए भूस्खलन ने भारी ...

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Wayanad landslide: Major General VT Mathew says 100 bodies ... (The Economic Times)

Two massive landslides struck Mundakkai and Churalmala in Wayanad in the early hours of July 30, causing extensive destruction, and 167 people were declared ...

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वायनाड में लैंडस्लाइड- अबतक 276 मौतें: राहुल-प्रियंका कुन्नूर पहुंचे, रिलीफ ... (दैनिक भास्कर)

वायनाड में लैंडस्लाइड- अबतक 276 मौतें:राहुल-प्रियंका कुन्नूर पहुंचे, रिलीफ कैंप जा रहे, विजयन का आरोप- मौसम विभाग से रेड अलर्ट नहीं मिला.

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Wayanad Landslides: वायनाड लैंडस्लाइड में अब तक 256 मौतें, अभी भी ... (आज तक)

Wayanad landslides: केरल के वायनाड में आई प्राकृतिक आपदा के कारण अबतक 256 लोगों की मौत हो चुकी है. अभी तक 3 हजार लोगों को रेस्क्यू किया ...

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Wayanad landslides: How accurate are Amit Shah's claims on early ... (The Hindu)

In his response, Union Home Minister Amit Shah made several claims on early warning systems in India and how they were utilised to alert the Kerala government ...

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Kerala's Wayanad landslide: Army building bridge to marooned area (Reuters)

Indian soldiers rushed to complete construction of a metal bridge on Thursday to connect the worst affected area in the Kerala landslides as the search for ...

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As Kerala grapples with Wayanad tragedy, a look at why landslides ... (The Indian Express)

The Himalayas and the Western Ghats are among the highly vulnerable areas prone to landslides in India. Outside of the Himalayas, Kerala is the most ...

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Wayanad landslides: Kerala CM Vijayan shares what's the main ... (The Economic Times)

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan focused on rescue and rehabilitation efforts after Wayanad's landslides. A high-level meeting emphasized the need for ...

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'No red alert issued': Kerala minister's big charge against Centre as ... (Business Today)

She was responding to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's statement in Parliament that the Kerala government was warned in advance about the potential ...

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Wayanad landslides: Massive rescue ops underway; 256 dead, 191 ... (Business Standard)

Rain-triggered landslides struck Wayanad on Tuesday, claiming the lives of at least 256 people and leaving several hundred injured: Wayanad landslides.

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Did unchecked rise in construction, tourism lead to Wayanad ... (Business Today)

The devastating landslide in Kerala's Wayanad has left over 170 people dead and several missing. Heavy rains triggered the landslide, but unchecked ...

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Wayanad landslides: 288 dead, over 1000 rescued | Kerala ... (Onmanorama)

Adverse weather conditions due to incessant rain pose challenges in the area..Wayanad Landslide . Mundakkai. Chooralmala. Army. Death toll.

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Wayanad Landslides: At least 308 dead amid monsoon fury in ... (The Economic Times)

Wayanad Landslides death toll: Kerala's Wayanad landslide has claimed at least 308 lives, leaving 200 injured and 240 missing. Rescue operations continue in ...

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Kerala landslides: Death toll rises to 308 in Wayanad; rescue and ... (Economic Times)

Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Friday confirmed 308 deaths in the multiple landslides that hit Wayanad on July 30. The rescue and relief operations ...

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Wayanad Landslide Mishap: Kerala CM Directs Officials to Withdraw ... (The Wire)

Kerala Secretariat's Revenue and Disaster Management and Housing Department had issued a note, directing the scientific community to 'restrain themselves ...

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Wayanad landslides: Drone-based radar to look for survivors as toll ... (India Today)

A drone-based radar from Delhi will be used to find survivors trapped under the rubble and in collapsed buildings in Kerala's Wayanad district following ...

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