Wayanad Landslides 2024

Rahul Gandhi shared a light-hearted anecdote about resolving a sibling dispute with his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, attributing Wayanad's "magic" to their reconciliation. He recounted how a planned trip to the constituency, which he previously represented, led to Priyanka speaking to him again after a period of silence, highlighting the special connection he feels with the region.

This TOI reporter spent nine days in and around ground zero of the Wayanad landslide – the scale of the tragedy threatened to overwhelm him but amid the despair he rediscovered hope and humanity

The cabinet subcommittee overseeing the Mundakkai landslide search and rehabilitation reported the completion of DNA tests on 401 recovered bodies and parts, identifying 248 individuals. An expert team began field inspections to determine the landslide's cause and impact. Heavy rains disrupted inspections, leading to the relocation of 12 families to relief camps.