The death toll is likely to increase, officials here said adding that many people still missing.
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According to reports, the landslide occurred in the remote Joupi area that borders Myanmar.
“Assam Rifles jawans and villagers from the nearby areas have rushed to the spot immediately after the disaster and rescued many people from the area”, the official said. Two houses were also vacated by the inhabitants in Darzokai village, on the banks of the Chhimtuipui river who took shelter in the village community hall.
“Six to seven houses came under the landslide and the village authorities informed us of about 20 casualties”, Singh said by phone.
Manipur has been hit by flood and heavy rains which resulted in destruction of infrastructure. Manipur has witnessed incessant rains in recent days, washing away bridges and roads while rendering thousands homeless. In capital Imphal, the low-lying areas and it’s outskirts are completely inundated.
Several rivers are flowing above the danger mark and the residents have been moved to relief camps set up with the help of local MLAs.
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The Centre Saturday directed NDRF to move forces to Manipur immediately for rescue and relief operations in landslide-affected areas where at least 20 people have lost their lives.
