Odisha Rains Trigger Landslides in Gajapati; Red Alert Issued, Two Missing

Heavy rains have caused landslides in the Mohana area of Gajapati district, Odisha, completely cutting off communication with approximately 20 villages. Large boulders have fallen on roads, blocking them. Authorities are working to remove the trees and boulders.According to the locals, the situation has become more serious due to uprooted trees, leaving a large number of commuters stranded.Continuous rains in Gajapati have disrupted normal life. The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert in seven districts, including Puri, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput, Ganjam, Kalahandi, and Kandhamal.Meanwhile, an orange alert has been declared in 17 districts, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected.According to the met department, the continuous

rains caused by the low pressure have also affected the celebrations of Durga Puja and Dussehra. Such rains are expected to continue in the state until October 6.Also Read: Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra, Suspended After Landslide, To Resume From Wednesday, Says Shrine Board

Father and son missing after landslide

A man and his son are missing after a landslide. It is suspected that they may have been buried under the mud after the landslide.The missing father and son have been identified as Kartik Shabara (70) and his son Rajib Sabar.The incident occurred near Pekat in the Rayagada block of Gajapati district. Road connectivity between Rayagada and Nuagarh and Rayagada to R. Udayagiri has been disrupted following the landslide.