Wayanad MP Priyanka urges Centre to release funds for landslide victims
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Wayanad MP Priyanka urges Centre to release funds for landslide victims

New Indian Express  

KOZHIKODE: MP Priyanka Gandhi has asked the Centre to release funds for the rehabilitation of the landslide victims at Chooralmala and Mundakkai in Wayanad. Priyanka, along with other MPs from Kerala, met Union Minister for Home Amit Shah on Wednesday and appraised him of the need to allot funds to help the victims. She said that immediate help from the Centre is necessary to reconstruct basic facilities for the victims. The people of Wayanad expected that the Centre would step in as the Prime Minister himself had visited the spot,” she said.

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Kerala to Karnataka: Sponsorship framework in making for Wayanad victims
1 week ago

Kerala to Karnataka: Sponsorship framework in making for Wayanad victims

India Today  

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan, in an official response to his Karnataka counterpart, expressed his gratitude for the state’s “100 homes” support to families affected in the July Wayanad landslides. According to the Kerala chief minister’s letter, his government was working towards finalising a detailed sponsorship framework that will incorporate all offers of support for the disaster-affected families. “This framework …

‘Justice for Wayanad’: Priyanka leads protest, demands relief package for landslide-hit constituency
1 week, 2 days ago

‘Justice for Wayanad’: Priyanka leads protest, demands relief package for landslide-hit constituency

Hindustan Times  

Opposition MPs from Kerala including Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra staged a protest at Makar Dwar of Parliament demanding a relief package for landslide-hit Wayanad. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and others stage a protest demanding a relief package for landslide-hit Wayanad during the Winter session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Congress general secretary KC Venugopal, and CPI MP John …

Priyanka Gandhi slams Centre for not providing relief package to Wayanad, says it's playing politics
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1 week, 2 days ago

Priyanka Gandhi slams Centre for not providing relief package to Wayanad, says it's playing politics

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday accused the Centre of denying assistance to landslides-affected people of Wayanad due to politics and asserted that there should be no discrimination in times of natural disasters. Her remarks came after MPs from Kerala, including Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi, staged a protest in Parliament premises Saturday, demanding a relief package from …

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Centre's delay in granting assistance to disaster-affected Wayanad
1 week, 6 days ago

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Centre's delay in granting assistance to disaster-affected Wayanad

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan hits out at Centre for delaying assistance to the landslide hit Wayanad. Regarding Amit Shah's recent claim that Kerala failed to provide the necessary memorandum and assessment report, Pinarayi stated that this was not the first instance of the Union Home Minister misleading Parliament and the public about the Wayanad situation. The Chief Minister noted …

Centre blames Kerala government for delay in granting relief to disaster-affected Wayanad
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Centre blames Kerala government for delay in granting relief to disaster-affected Wayanad

Deccan Chronicle  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Centre has held the Kerala Government's alleged failure to provide a proper assessment memorandum regarding the Wayanad landslide losses, responsible for the delay in providing relief to the affected areas. In response to a memorandum submitted by newly elected Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi and other MPs from Kerala demanding urgent assistance, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized that …

Wayanad Landslide: Priyanka Gandhi, Kerala MPs Meet Amit Shah, Say 'Rise Above Politics' To Provide Relief
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Wayanad Landslide: Priyanka Gandhi, Kerala MPs Meet Amit Shah, Say 'Rise Above Politics' To Provide Relief

ABP News  

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, accompanied by MPs from Kerala, met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday to appeal for urgent relief for the landslide-affected people of Wayanad. Addressing reporters after the meeting, Priyanka Gandhi highlighted the severity of the disaster, noting that the affected families have "lost absolutely everything" and require immediate rehabilitation support. A delegation of Kerala …

Kerala MPs led by Priyanka Gandhi meet Shah, seek relief for Wayanad
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Kerala MPs led by Priyanka Gandhi meet Shah, seek relief for Wayanad

Deccan Chronicle  

After the meeting, Priyanka Gandhi told media persons that the people of the landslide-affected areas in Wayanad will need at least Rs 2,221 crores to rebuild their lives. Priyanka said the delegation apprised the home minister of the situation in affected areas in Wayanad where the river's entire course had changed and washed away villages. ``People expected that the prime …

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra calls on Amit Shah, seeks Central support for landslide-affected people in Wayanad
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra calls on Amit Shah, seeks Central support for landslide-affected people in Wayanad

India TV News  

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Congress MP from Wayanad called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Wednesday, seeking the Central support for the people of her constituency. People are not left with any support system, so if the central government doesn't act in such a situation, what else can people hope for," Vadra said after meeting the Home …

Priyanka Gandhi, Kerala MPs urge Amit Shah to release funds for Wayanad recovery
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Priyanka Gandhi, Kerala MPs urge Amit Shah to release funds for Wayanad recovery

India Today  

A delegation of Kerala MPs led by Congress Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday, urging the Centre to release immediate financial aid for victims of the landslides in Wayanad. Speaking to reporters after the meeting at the Parliament House, Priyanka Gandhi described the scale of devastation, stating, "Entire villages have been washed away, families …

Wayanad rehabilitation: Priyanka Gandhi says she will write to Kerala CM, 'pressure' Centre
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Wayanad rehabilitation: Priyanka Gandhi says she will write to Kerala CM, 'pressure' Centre

ABP News  

Wayanad, Dec 1 : Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday said she will write to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and put as much as pressure on the Centre to provide the rehabilitation of Wayanad landslide victims. "I will be writing to the Chief Minister of Kerala and trying to put as much as pressure possible on the Centre …

Rahul, Priyanka to lead agitation in Parliament against Centre’s ‘neglect’ of Wayanad
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rahul, Priyanka to lead agitation in Parliament against Centre’s ‘neglect’ of Wayanad

The Hindu  

The Congress said on Tuesday that it will launch protests, both inside and outside Parliament, under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi against the alleged indifference of the Union government to providing assistance to victims and survivors of the July 30 landslides in the mountainous district of Wayanad. Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee working president and MLA T. Siddique …

What led to Priyanka Gandhi's landslide victory in Wayanad
1 month ago

What led to Priyanka Gandhi's landslide victory in Wayanad

India Today  

In her political debut, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra delivered a resounding victory in the Wayanad bypoll, securing the constituency with the largest-ever vote share of 64.99 per cent. Priyanka's victory margin of 4,10,931 votes, though slightly behind her brother Rahul Gandhi's 2019 margin of 4,31,770 votes, is a testament to her campaign's effectiveness and the Congress party's enduring influence …

What led to Priyanka Gandhi's landslide victory in Wayanad
1 month ago

What led to Priyanka Gandhi's landslide victory in Wayanad

India Today  

In her political debut, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra delivered a resounding victory in the Wayanad bypoll, securing the constituency with the largest-ever vote share of 64.99 per cent. Priyanka's victory margin of 4,10,931 votes, though slightly behind her brother Rahul Gandhi's 2019 margin of 4,31,770 votes, is a testament to her campaign's effectiveness and the Congress party's enduring influence …

Priyanka Gandhi Accuses BJP of 'Politicizing' Wayanad Landslides
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Priyanka Gandhi Accuses BJP of 'Politicizing' Wayanad Landslides

Hindustan Times  

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of politicising the recent landslides in Kerala's Wayanad district. Vadra claims that the BJP used divisive rhetoric and focused on issues other than the real problems faced by the people, such as rising prices and unemployment.

Priyanka Gandhi Praises Rahul Gandhi's Fight for Truth in Wayanad
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Priyanka Gandhi Praises Rahul Gandhi's Fight for Truth in Wayanad

India Today  

Priyanka Gandhi, Congress General Secretary, has praised her brother Rahul Gandhi for his fight for truth and for improving the facilities at the Wayanad Medical College. She also addressed the issue of job shortage in the region and promised to take steps to address it. Additionally, she took a swipe at the central government, accusing it of working only for …

Priyanka Gandhi Blasts Centre Over Rehabilitation Neglect in Wayanad Bypoll
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Priyanka Gandhi Blasts Centre Over Rehabilitation Neglect in Wayanad Bypoll

ABP News  

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has intensified her attack on the BJP-led Central government during her campaign for the Wayanad by-election. She criticized the government for neglecting the rehabilitation efforts for landslide-affected areas in the hill district and highlighted what she called the government's disregard for the people's plight.

Congress, LDF Raise Concerns Over Rehabilitation of Landslide Survivors in Wayanad Ahead of Lok Sabha Polls
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congress, LDF Raise Concerns Over Rehabilitation of Landslide Survivors in Wayanad Ahead of Lok Sabha Polls

Deccan Chronicle  

Political parties in Kerala are engaged in a blame game over the rehabilitation of landslide survivors in Wayanad. The Congress-led UDF and CPI(M)-headed LDF have raised concerns about the slow pace of rehabilitation efforts and the lack of support for the survivors. The state government has submitted a memorandum to the Centre under the Disaster Management Act, seeking support, but …

Kerala Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Centre delaying aid to Wayanad
2 months, 1 week ago

Kerala Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Centre delaying aid to Wayanad

New Indian Express  

As per the norms of the National Disaster Management Act, the landslide that occurred in Meppadi was classified as a 'disaster of severe nature,' he said. Responding to the debate in the Assembly, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed dismay over the delay in sanctioning Central assistance to the landslide-hit Wayanad, despite a detailed memorandum being submitted to the Union government …

Wayanad Landslides: BJP Accuses State Govt Of 'Siphoning Off Relief Fund' As Rivals Question 'Delay In Central Aid'
3 months ago

Wayanad Landslides: BJP Accuses State Govt Of 'Siphoning Off Relief Fund' As Rivals Question 'Delay In Central Aid'

ABP News  

In the aftermath of the landslides in Wayanad, Kerala BJP criticised the state government, alleging misuse of funds. Union Minister Suresh Gopi, when questioned by the media about the delay in central assistance for the landslide-affected region, directed the query towards Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. On the other hand, BJP leader V Muraleedharan accused the Kerala government of attempting …

Media ‘wrongly portrayed’ cost estimates of relief for Wayanad landslides: CM
3 months ago

Media ‘wrongly portrayed’ cost estimates of relief for Wayanad landslides: CM

Hindustan Times  

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday said that certain sections of the media had “wrongly portrayed” the cost estimates of relief and rescue operations in the Wayanad landslide in a memorandum submitted to the Centre as actual money spent on the ground. The cost assessment was mentioned in a high court order by a bench of justices AK Jayasankaran …

Wayanad landslides: Final rehabilitation plan after obtaining stakeholders’ opinions
4 months ago

Wayanad landslides: Final rehabilitation plan after obtaining stakeholders’ opinions

New Indian Express  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The state government is proceeding with the rehabilitation of landslide victims in Wayanad, said Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The chief secretary has been assigned to discuss the different aspects of rehabilitation with disaster response experts and people’s representatives from the affected areas, he told media persons here on Tuesday. Relatives of 59 deceased received Rs 4 lakh from the …

After Allu Arjun, Prabhas And Ram Charan, Dhanush Donates To Rs 25 Lakh To Wayanad Landslide Relief Fund
4 months, 1 week ago

After Allu Arjun, Prabhas And Ram Charan, Dhanush Donates To Rs 25 Lakh To Wayanad Landslide Relief Fund

News 18  

After major donations from Allu Arjun, Prabhas, Chiranjeevi, and Ram Charan, actor Dhanush has also helped the Wayanad landslide victims by contributing Rs 25 lakh to the Kerala CM relief fund. Charan and I together are contributing Rs 1 Crore to the Kerala CM Relief Fund as a token of our support to the victims. Kerala has always given me …

Wayanad landslide: PM Modi speaks to CM Pinarayi Vijayan, says ’will ensure ‘no work is hampered due to lack of money’
4 months, 1 week ago

Wayanad landslide: PM Modi speaks to CM Pinarayi Vijayan, says ’will ensure ‘no work is hampered due to lack of money’

Live Mint  

Wayanad landslide: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said he had a conversation with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan regarding the Wayanad landslide and has ensured him that Centre "will ensure no work is hampered due to the lack of money". The Prime Minister chaired a review meeting after undertaking an aerial and on-the-ground survey of affected sites in Wayanad. …

PM Modi Wayanad visit Highlights: Modi undertakes aerial survey of landslide-hit areas
4 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi Wayanad visit Highlights: Modi undertakes aerial survey of landslide-hit areas

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in the review meeting held at the Wayanad Collectorate at Kaleptta that the Centre would provide all the help possible to further the relief and rehabilitation efforts in the landslide-hit areas of Wayanad. Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Union Minister Suresh Gopi, ministers of a cabinet sub-committee, senior bureaucrats and officials …

Kerala government unveils financial aid for victims in landslides-hit Wayanad
4 months, 1 week ago

Kerala government unveils financial aid for victims in landslides-hit Wayanad

Hindustan Times  

The Kerala government on Friday announced financial assistance for those affected by the landslides in Wayanad who are currently housed at relief camps set up at government and aided schools in the district. The statement from the chief minister’s office added that each family currently housed at relief camps will get an emergency assistance of ₹10,000 each. Read Here: Rahul …

Wayanad landslides: Both LDF, UDF ask their MLAs, MPs to donate in CM relief fund
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Both LDF, UDF ask their MLAs, MPs to donate in CM relief fund

Hindustan Times  

The rival Left Democratic Front and United Democratic Front coalitions in Kerala are known to rarely agree with each other, but in the backdrop of the massive landslides in Wayanad, which killed over 220 people, the political differences have faded over the question of making donations to the Chief Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund. Volunteers carry boxes of rations to a …

Wayanad landslides: BJP cites UPA-era rule as Rahul Gandhi pushes for 'national disaster' tag
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: BJP cites UPA-era rule as Rahul Gandhi pushes for 'national disaster' tag

Hindustan Times  

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday turned down the demands from various quarters to declare the Wayanad landslides a national disaster, saying no such policy exists under the central government guidelines. Read: Controversial tunnel road in Wayanad faces scrutiny after landslide tragedy Muraleedharan, a former Union Minister, said, "The concept of a 'national disaster' does not exist under the …

People must support Wayanad tragedy survivors: CPM state secretary M V Govindan
4 months, 2 weeks ago

People must support Wayanad tragedy survivors: CPM state secretary M V Govindan

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: CPM state secretary M V Govindan Master on Saturday urged the public to contribute to the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund to help Wayanad landslide victims. He was speaking after presenting the ‘PG Sahitya Puraskar Trust Award’ to renowned writer and literary critic M K Sanoo Master at a function held at Ernakulam Public Library. “Though the epicentre of …

Wayanad landslides: Finance department to have special mechanism for effectively handling CMDRF contributions, says Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Finance department to have special mechanism for effectively handling CMDRF contributions, says Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

The Hindu  

The Finance department will put in place a special mechanism for effectively handling contributions to the Kerala Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Saturday. The State government had issued a plea for contributions to the CMDRF in the light of the devastating July 30 landslides in Wayanad which claimed more than 200 lives. However, to …

Wayanad landslides: Here's how you can donate to Kerala chief minister's relief fund
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Here's how you can donate to Kerala chief minister's relief fund

Hindustan Times  

Over 300 people have died in the landslides that struck Kerala's Wayanad district, with hundreds still missing. The Kerala Chief Minister's office has launched the "Chief Minister's Disaster Relief Fund" to collect donations for those severely affected by the landslides. Social media posts from the Chief Minister's office detail various ways the public can contribute, including the bank account number …

Wayanad Landslides: Karnataka Govt To Make 100 Houses In Worst-hit Areas, Rescue Efforts Continue
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Wayanad Landslides: Karnataka Govt To Make 100 Houses In Worst-hit Areas, Rescue Efforts Continue

News 18  

As search operations continue following the devastating landslide in Wayanad, Kerala is grappling with one of the worst natural calamities in the state in recent years. Kerala Governor Praises Coordination Between Central And State Governments Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan lauded the cooperation between the state and central governments for the ongoing rescue and relief work in Wayanad. Karnataka To …

South Actors Step Forward With Financial Help For The Wayanad Landslide Victims
4 months, 3 weeks ago

South Actors Step Forward With Financial Help For The Wayanad Landslide Victims

News 18  

Heavy rains have led to huge landslides in Kerala. Actors Jyotika, Karthi, and Suriya have contributed Rs 50 lakh to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for Kerala. Actors #Jyotika, @Karthi_Offl & @Suriya_offl have collectively donated ₹50 Lakhs to the Kerala CM Relief Fund contributing to the relief and rehabilitation efforts for the #WayanadLandslide pic.twitter.com/q5ovfrK0o8— Rajasekar August 1, 2024 Malayalam actor …

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka leave for Wayanad; death toll in landslide crosses 250 | Top Updates
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka leave for Wayanad; death toll in landslide crosses 250 | Top Updates

Hindustan Times  

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra left Delhi for Kerala's Wayanad on Thursday morning to assess the situation following devastating landslides. Wayanad landslides latest updates • An all-party meeting chaired by Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan will be held in Wayanad on Thursday to discuss the ongoing search and rescue operations. …

Wayanad landslides: Why Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi not visiting Kerala today
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Why Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi not visiting Kerala today

Hindustan Times  

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi postponed their visit to landslides-hit villages in Wayanad district in Kerala, after the concerned officials informed that the leaders will not be able to land safely due to incessant rain in the region. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra with Rahul Gandhi during the latter’s roadshow ahead of filing his nomination for the Lok Sabha polls …

Wayanad landslides: Concerned, CM Stalin offers Kerala Rs 5 crore for relief works
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Concerned, CM Stalin offers Kerala Rs 5 crore for relief works

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday dialled his Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan and conveyed his concern over the loss of lives in the northern district of Wayanad due to landslides and promised all assistance in the rescue works. Conveying his condolences to the families affected by the landslides, Stalin also announced Rs 5 crore towards relief works being carried …

Wayanad landslides: Rahul Gandhi urges govt to extend all possible support
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Rahul Gandhi urges govt to extend all possible support

Hindustan Times  

Former Wayanad MP and leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi has requested the central government to extend all possible support and immediately release compensation for those affected by landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district. Heavy rain triggered landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad on Tuesday and left at least 45 people dead. Heavy rain triggered landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad on Tuesday and left at …

Wayanad landslides: Rahul, speaks with CM; urges UDF workers to provide all help
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Rahul, speaks with CM; urges UDF workers to provide all help

Deccan Chronicle  

Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and AICC general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday condoled the loss of lives in the landslides in Kerala's Wayanad, and urged UDF workers to provide all help to those affected.Rahul Gandhi said he has spoken to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan …

PM Modi speaks to Kerala CM over Wayanad landslides, assures all possible help
4 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi speaks to Kerala CM over Wayanad landslides, assures all possible help

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday assured the Kerala government of all possible assistance from the Centre following landslides in parts of Wayanad. Spoke to Kerala CM Shri @pinarayivijayan and also assured all possible help from the Centre in the wake of the prevailing situation there,” PM Modi wrote in a post on X. Hundreds of people are feared trapped …

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