Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:58pm on 30 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
Massive landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district have claimed at least 106 lives, injured 128, and left hundreds trapped. The disaster struck multiple hilly areas near Meppadi amid heavy rainfall. Rescue operations involve 225 Army personnel and two Air Force helicopters. The Kerala government has declared two days of mourning. Prime Minister Modi has announced compensation for victims’ families, and rescue efforts are being hampered by ongoing rain and debris. A red alert has been issued for affected districts, and local authorities are working to assist displaced families and coordinate relief efforts.
