Tragic Landslide Incident
Thirteen people, including a six-month-old infant, were killed after a landslide triggered a massive rockfall that crushed a Tata Sumo on the Udaipur-Pangi road in Himachal Pradesh’s Lahaul-Spiti district on Friday, officials said.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many individuals were killed in the landslide?
Thirteen people, including a six-month-old infant, were killed after a landslide triggered a massive rockfall.
What caused the landslide that led to the accident?
Huge boulders broke loose from a hillside, which fell directly onto the moving vehicle.
What assistance is being provided to the families of the deceased?
Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu directed officials to ensure all possible assistance is extended to the families of the deceased.
What precautions are being advised during the heavy rains?
Pangi resident commissioner Amandeep Singh urged people to avoid travelling on landslide-prone roads during the ongoing spell of heavy rain.