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14‑Year‑Old Boy Killed in Mizoram Landslide, Four Injured in Kolasib
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 03:04 PM
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A landslide in Kolasib, Mizoram, killed a 14‑year‑old boy and left four others injured.
A landslide struck the town of Kolasib in Mizoram on Tuesday, taking the life of a 14‑year‑old boy and injuring four others. Rescue teams from the state’s disaster management authorities were dispatched to the site immediately after the incident was reported. The victims were found in a residential area that had been struck by the sudden slide. Authorities have not yet released details about the cause of the landslide, but preliminary reports suggest heavy rainfall in the region may have contributed to the event. Local officials are coordinating with medical teams to provide treatment for the injured.
The incident has raised concerns about the vulnerability of hillside communities in Mizoram to natural hazards. The state government has pledged to review existing safety measures and to strengthen early warning systems in the region. Residents of Kolasib are awaiting further updates from the authorities as rescue and recovery operations continue.
No additional casualties have been reported beyond the boy who died and the four injured, according to the latest statements from the Mizoram Disaster Management Authority. The authorities have urged residents to stay alert and to follow official guidance during the monsoon season.
The incident underscores the importance of preparedness and timely response in mitigating the impact of natural disasters in the northeastern states of India.
The incident has raised concerns about the vulnerability of hillside communities in Mizoram to natural hazards. The state government has pledged to review existing safety measures and to strengthen early warning systems in the region. Residents of Kolasib are awaiting further updates from the authorities as rescue and recovery operations continue.
No additional casualties have been reported beyond the boy who died and the four injured, according to the latest statements from the Mizoram Disaster Management Authority. The authorities have urged residents to stay alert and to follow official guidance during the monsoon season.
The incident underscores the importance of preparedness and timely response in mitigating the impact of natural disasters in the northeastern states of India.