| Date | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 16 | Landslide | Shirur, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka | Massive landslide occurred, trapping several people including Arjun from Kozhikode. |
| July 19 | Body Found | Gangavali River | One more body discovered, taking the death toll to seven. |
| July 22 | ISRO Satellite Images | Shirur Hill | ISRO satellites did not capture images of the landslide, but shared images from before and after the incident. |
| July 23 | Body Found | Gangavali River | Body of a 67-year-old woman, Sanni Hanumantha Gouda, found after eight days. |
| July 24 | Search Operations | Gangavali River | Search efforts continue with new modern equipment, including the Boom and DIBODS systems. |
Overview of the Shiroor Landslide Incident
A devastating landslide occurred on July 16 in Shirur, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. The incident has been marked by a series of updates on search operations and the recovery of bodies.
Search Operations
The search for missing persons, including Arjun from Kozhikode, has been ongoing for over a week. The Indian Army and Navy have been leading the rescue efforts, utilizing advanced technology such as metal-detecting radar and scuba divers to inspect the Gangavali River. The search has faced challenges due to adverse weather conditions and disputes between rescue workers and local authorities, but efforts have continued with the hope of finding the missing individuals.
Casualties and Recovery of Bodies
So far, eight bodies have been recovered, including that of a 67-year-old woman, Sanni Hanumantha Gouda, who was found after eight days. The body of a four-year-old girl, Girla Avanthika, was also found in the same location. The search continues for the remaining two missing bodies.
Role of ISRO and Advanced Technology
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) provided satellite visuals of the area, although they did not capture the exact moment of the landslide. The visuals were taken two hours before and six hours after the incident. The search team has been utilizing advanced technology, including the Boom and DIBODS systems, to expedite the search for the missing lorry and individuals.
Challenges and Future Plans
The search operations have been hampered by heavy rainfall and strong undercurrents in the Gangavali River. Despite these challenges, the joint search operation involving both land and naval forces continues, with the hope of finding the missing individuals and bringing closure to their families.
