BJP criticizes Kerala government over Wayanad landslides

BJP leader V Muraleedharan has strongly criticized the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan-led Kerala government over the recent landslides in Wayanad, which have tragically claimed the lives of over 160 people. Muraleedharan attributed the devastating outcome to the state government's "casual approach" to disaster preparedness and management.

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The criticism follows a statement by Home Minister Amit Shah in Parliament, where he revealed that the central government had warned the Kerala government about a potential natural calamity in Wayanad as early as July 23 due to heavy rains. Shah emphasized the urgency of the warnings issued, implying that the state administration had ample time to take necessary precautions.

Speaking on the incidents, Muraleedharan highlighted the central government's solidarity with the affected people. The Wayanad landslides have brought to light significant concerns regarding disaster management and preparedness in Kerala. As recovery efforts continue, the focus remains on providing immediate relief to the affected families and rebuilding the damaged infrastructure. The incident has sparked a broader debate on the efficacy of state-level disaster response mechanisms and the need for stringent measures to mitigate the impact of such natural disasters in the future.