Vanlalruali : Mizoram Landslide Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 29

BSF, NDRF, SDRF and Assam Rifles conduct a joint rescue operation at the landslide-hit stone quarry, in Aizawl on Thursday.
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The death toll in devastating landslides in Mizoram has tragically climbed to 29, with the discovery of the body of a 34-year-old woman in the Tlawng River in Kolasib district. The woman, identified as Vanlalruali, and her husband went missing after a landslide struck Aibawk village in Aizawl district on Tuesday.

Vanlalruali’s body was found in the river in Hortoki village in Kolasib district, bordering Assam, on Friday. Her body was retrieved and taken to Kawnpui for identification by her grieving family members.

The search continues for five other missing individuals, including four from Melthum, one of whom is a six-month-old baby, as well as Vanlalruali’s husband.

The tragic deaths occurred as multiple landslides hit Aizawl district on Tuesday, claiming the lives of 21 locals and eight migrants from Jharkhand and Assam.

Government Response and Relief Efforts

In response to the disaster, Chief Minister Lalduhoma has announced an ex-gratia amount of ₹4 lakh each for the families of the deceased. The government has also allocated Rs 15 crore to address the aftermath of the landslides triggered by the heavy rains brought about by Cyclone Remal.

Efforts are underway by the Border Security Force (BSF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and Assam Rifles to conduct joint rescue operations in the affected areas, providing much-needed aid and support to the affected communities.

The community is coming together to support one another during this challenging time, showcasing resilience and solidarity in the face of adversity.