Local residents in large number in Elengmari area launching an operation in search of the children and women who were washed away on Thursday night.
Before that they did not allow the SDRF personnel to launch the search operation alleging inordinate delay.
The local youths recovered the ill fated vehicle which met with the mishap when it was carrying a marriage party on Wednesday night before slipping into the flood waters. Four people escaped the death while 8 others went missing. On Saturday 5 bodies were fished out. The search is going on for the remaining bodies, mostly, the children.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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