Wayanad Landslides Death Toll Over 400

The death toll from the catastrophic landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, has risen to over 400, with more than 150 individuals still missing. Rescue operations, involving over a thousand personnel from various agencies, continue across the worst-hit areas including Churalmala, Velarimala, and Mundakkai, aided by dog squads and helicopters. The tragedy has led to mass burials of unidentified bodies and body parts, with DNA tests being conducted for identification. Emotional scenes are emerging as families, like that of Mansoor who lost 16 relatives, grapple with their losses. The landslides have been attributed to illegal mining and human habitation, with a committee set up to investigate. Relief operations are ongoing, with thousands of displaced individuals housed in temporary camps.