On July 30, 2024, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, called on the central government to take immediate and comprehensive action in response to the devastating landslides that have struck Wayanad, Kerala. With over 80 lives lost and significant damage reported, Gandhi stressed the need for urgent rescue operations, relief measures, and long-term planning to address the increasing frequency of such natural disasters in ecologically vulnerable regions.
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- Rahul Gandhi urged the central government to extend full support for rescue and relief operations in Wayanad, Kerala.
- Over 80 people were killed and numerous others injured due to landslides caused by heavy rains in Wayanad.
- Gandhi called for an immediate and thorough action plan to address the growing frequency of natural calamities in ecologically fragile areas.
- He emphasized the need for the release of compensation to the families of the deceased and suggested increasing the compensation amount.
- Gandhi also highlighted the necessity to restore vital transport and communication lines and set up relief measures swiftly.
- There is an urgent call for mapping landslide-prone areas and implementing mitigation measures.
- The Central and state governments are currently taking necessary steps to manage the crisis.
- The Indian Navy, Army, and Air Force have been mobilized to assist in the rescue operations.
- A team from the Indian Navy, including specialist swimmers and helicopters, has been deployed to the affected areas.
- The Kerala Chief Minister is in discussions with disaster management authorities to address the situation effectively.
