Naveen Patnaik Condoles Kandhamal Landslide Deaths, Urges Swift Rescue Operations

Bhubaneswar: Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik on Friday expressed grief over the loss of lives and several people missing in landslides triggered by Cyclone Arnab in Kandhamal district. He urged the state government to expedite rescue operations and ensure the safe evacuation of those affected.

In a post on X, the former Chief Minister conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the peace of the departed souls.

Meanwhile, three members of a family, including a nine-month-old infant, were killed after a landslide struck Dangesi village under Raikia block. The deceased were identified as Achyuta Pradhan, his wife Anisha Pradhan and their infant child.

In another incident, a massive landslide devastated Gidipabali village along the Ganjam-Kandhamal border, leaving 13 people missing, while 11 others have been rescued. Landslides have also been reported at six locations near Gatingia panchayat under G Udayagiri block.