Archive · 30 Jul 2025
Wayanad Landslide Site Named 'Hrudayabhoomi' on Anniversary
One year after a landslide in Wayanad, India, that killed many people, the place where they were buried got a new name, 'Heartland.'
People gathered to remember those who died with prayers and special meetings.
Even though the families could have moved the bodies to different places, they chose to let them stay together, showing how the community came together.
Government leaders also came to support and remember the community and families that were affected by this.
Wayanad landslide victims' mass burial site named 'Hrudayabhoomi' on its first anniversary.
Commemorative ceremonies included interfaith prayers at the burial ground.
Approximately 130 of the 264 buried individuals were identified via DNA analysis.
Families chose to leave remains undisturbed, reflecting community unity.
The tragedy transformed the region's approach to memorializing loss and fostered community unity.
- Who
- Survivors, families of the victims, community members, and government officials.
- What
- First anniversary of the Wayanad landslide marked with the designation of the burial site as 'Hrudayabhoomi' and remembrance gatherings.
- When
- On the first anniversary of the landslide.
- Where
- Mundakkai-Chooralmala region, Wayanad, Kerala, India, at the burial site named 'Hrudayabhoomi'.
- Why
- To remember the victims of the landslide and to honor the community's response to the tragedy.
Burial and Remembrance
Community Solidarity
Burial Preferences
Burial and Remembrance
The decision to leave the remains together, honoring the communal aspect.
Community Solidarity
Families could have opted for separate burials but chose to respect the community bonds.
- Location
- Mundakkai-Chooralmala, Wayanad, Kerala
- Event
- First Anniversary of Landslide
- Burial Site Name
- 'Hrudayabhoomi'
- Individuals Buried
- 264
- Identified via DNA
- Approximately 130
- Date of Landslide
- July 29-30, 2024
