NDRF personnel carry out rescue operations after a landslide in Irshalwadi village in Raigad district of Mahrashtra on Thursday, July 20, 2023.
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At least 15 persons were killed after a landslide in Maharashtra’s Raigad district, an official said on Thursday, July 20, 2023, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said.
According to officials, the landslide occurred around 11 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19 at Irshalwadi village in Khalapur tehsil.
“About 15-20 were feared dead in Raigad landslide. The rescue operations are going on a war footing, inclement weather creating problems for air rescue operations,” Mr. Shinde who rushed to the village.
NDRF teams have rushed to the site amid reports of at least 100 persons feared to be trapped, the official said.
Over 20 persons injured in the landslide have been admitted to a hospital in Navi Mumbai, the official said.
This is a developing story. More updated are awaited.
(With inputs from PTI)
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