May 28th 2024.
Tragedy struck the town of Aizawl in Mizoram on Tuesday morning as a stone quarry collapsed, leaving ten people dead and others missing. The incident occurred in the southern outskirts of the town, between the areas of Melthum and Hlimen. Police were quick to respond to the situation, but the incessant rains caused by cyclone Remal made rescue efforts challenging.
According to Director-General of Police Anil Shukla, the collapse happened at around 6 am, and so far, ten bodies have been recovered. However, there are still several others trapped under the debris. "We are doing everything we can to rescue those who are still trapped, but the heavy rains are making it difficult," Shukla informed PTI. Among the ten deceased, seven were locals, while the remaining three were from outside the state, a police officer shared.
The situation is still dire as more than ten people are believed to be stuck under the rubble. The rains have caused landslides in various parts of the state, claiming the lives of at least two individuals. In Aizawl's Salem Veng, a building was swept away by a landslide, and three people are currently missing. The authorities are conducting a search and rescue operation to find them.
The impact of the rains was not limited to Aizawl, as the state capital has been cut off from the rest of the country due to a landslide on National Highway 6 at Hunthar. This has disrupted the flow of traffic and caused inconvenience to travelers. Intra-state highways have also been affected by landslides, causing further chaos and delays.
In response to the situation, Chief Minister Lalduhoma held an emergency meeting with Home Minister K Sapdanga, Chief Secretary Renu Sharma, and other senior officials to assess the damage and come up with a plan of action. As a precautionary measure, all schools have been closed, and government employees, except for those involved in essential services, have been asked to work from home.
The people of Mizoram are facing a challenging time due to the heavy rains and landslides, but the government is doing everything in its power to provide relief and support. Let us all pray for the safety of those affected and hope that the situation improves soon.
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