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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167 people have been declared dead in the aftermath of the landslides as per the Kerala Revenue Department.
Vijayan clarified that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had only issued an orange alert for the district prior to the landslides.
The full scale of devastation from the landslides that nearly obliterated the entire Mundakkai settlement and two nearby villages early Tuesday morni.
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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