Dozens dead and missing as monsoon rains unleash landslides in India
New Delhi — Massive landslides sparked by torrential rains swept away homes in hilly areas of southern India's Kerala state on Tuesday, killing at least 60 people and leaving dozens more missing, officials said. More than 100 people were injured and
admitted to regional hospitals.
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The landslides in KERALA have caused devastation, with over 60 confirmed dead and many still missing. The rescue operation is challenging due to bad weather and damaged infrastructure, hindering access to affected areas. The region's susceptibility to landslides during the monsoon season is well-known, posing a constant risk to residents, particularly those living in hilly districts like WAYANAD. The government's response, including relief funds for victims, is a crucial step, but more proactive measures, as suggested by opposition leader RAHUL GANDHI, are needed to prevent future disasters in landslide-prone regions like Wayanad and the Western Ghats.