3 Of Assam Family Die In Landslide, Teen Son Survives
A landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Guwahati, Assam, resulted in the deaths of three family members. A 19-year-old son survived the incident and is currently receiving medical treatment.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the recurring danger of landslides in urban areas during monsoon seasons and the vulnerability of low-income housing.
Three members of a family died in Guwahati's Noonmati area on Tuesday morning after a landslide struck their house. One member of the family was rescued from the debris and is currently undergoing treatment.The incident happened at around 8 am in the Mathgharia area of the city, where a portion of a hill collapsed and fell onto the house, trapping the family members under the debris.The victims have been identified as Nagen Rajbongshi (44), his wife Sanu Rajbongshi (38), and their 12-year-old daughter, Meena Rajbongshi. All three died after being buried under the debris.
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