Landslide in India kills at least 16, traps over 100
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A landslide in a remote mountain village in India has killed at least 16 people and trapped over 100 others.
The landslide occurred in the village of Irshalwadi in the western state of Maharashtra, approximately 60 kilometers from Mumbai.
The landslide was triggered by heavy rainfall, which saturated a mountain slope. The scale of the landslide is evident from the depths of the rubble, which measures up to 10 meters in some areas.
Rescue teams have managed to retrieve ten bodies and rescue more than 80 people. However, the search for survivors remains difficult due to the difficult accessibility. Rescue workers are compelled to trek for nearly two hours, carrying their equipment, to reach the location of the landslide.
The state's deputy chief minister, Devendra Fadnavis, informed the state assembly that it was estimated around 225 people inhabited the hamlet, underscoring the urgency of the ongoing rescue efforts.
The situation has highlighted the risks posed by natural disasters in vulnerable regions. The rescue workers' unwavering commitment and determination are commendable as they continue their relentless efforts to find and save lives amid challenging circumstances. (ILKHA)
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