Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Wayanad Landslides: One Year On, Recovery and Challenges
A year ago, heavy rains caused landslides in Wayanad, India, killing many people and destroying homes.
People are still recovering, facing both physical and emotional challenges.
The government is helping by building new homes and giving money.
Local groups are also supporting survivors by creating jobs and helping them rebuild businesses.
The tourism industry has struggled since the disaster, but people hope things will improve.
Landslides in Wayanad, India, in July 2024 caused 251 deaths and significant damage.
Many survivors lost their homes and livelihoods due to the disaster.
The Kerala government initiated a township project and provided financial aid for rehabilitation.
Local communities and NGOs are helping survivors rebuild their lives and businesses.
The tourism sector in Wayanad suffered substantial losses after the landslides.
- Who
- Survivors, affected families, local businesses, government officials, and community organizations.
- What
- A report on the recovery efforts and ongoing challenges faced by survivors of the Wayanad landslides.
- When
- One year after the landslides that occurred on July 30, 2024.
- Where
- Wayanad, Kerala, India.
- Why
- To highlight the ongoing impact of the landslides and the efforts being made to help the affected people recover.
Displaced Residents
Government/Administration
Housing and Support
Displaced Residents
Focus on receiving adequate housing and support to rebuild their lives.
Government/Administration
Government/Authorities: Managing rehabilitation projects and allocating resources.
- Event
- Wayanad Landslides Anniversary
- Date of Landslides
- July 30, 2024
- Fatalities
- 251
- Injured
- 378
- Missing
- 47
- Affected Villages
- Mundakkai, Chooralmala
- Township Project
- 64 hectares near Kalpetta
- Tourism Loss
- Over Rs 414 crore
Sources
Priyanka urges Centre to waive loans of Wayanad flood victims, laments ‘lack of support’
My heart is with you, Priyanka Gandhi tells landslide survivors in her constituency
Kerala to give homes to more survivors of Wayanad landslides
Priyanka Gandhi Urges Centre To Waive Loans Of Wayanad Landslide Victim
One year on, Wayanad landslide survivors concerned over slow-paced rehabilitation
Priyanka Urges Centre to Waive Loans of Flood, Landslide Victims in Wayanad
When death came down the smiling slopes: A year after Wayanad landslides, life remains ruptured
First anniversary of landslides that killed 298: At Wayanad ground zero, tears & memories