Shiroor Landslide: Human Remains Found in River Months After Tragedy

Two months after the devastating Shiroor landslide, human remains were discovered in the Gangavali River, intensifying the ongoing search for missing victims. The tragedy, which left the region in shock, now takes a somber turn as recovery efforts continue, offering hope for closure to affected families.
 
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In a chilling development following the Shiroor landslide tragedy in Uttara Kannada's Ankola taluk, human remains have been discovered in the Gangavali River. This incident unfolds two months after the landslide, which occurred on July 16, leading to the disappearance of eleven individuals. On September 25, the body of Arjun, a truck driver from Kerala, was recovered. During the ongoing search operation, two bones identified as human were found in the river, prompting authorities to initiate a DNA test for identification. Here's a detailed look at the unfolding situation.

Landslide Overview: The massive landslide in Shiroor on July 16 resulted in the disappearance of eleven individuals, raising significant concerns and initiating extensive search operations.

Recovery of Arjun's Body: On September 25, two months post-tragedy, the body of Arjun, a truck driver, was found in the wreckage of his truck, tragically discovered in two pieces.

Recent Discovery: During the ongoing operation, search teams found two human bones in the Gangavali River, intensifying efforts to identify the remains and understand the full impact of the landslide.

DNA Testing: District Commissioner Lakshmi Priya confirmed that the recovered bones will undergo DNA testing to ascertain their identity and to eventually hand them over to the respective family.

Continued Search Efforts: Although the operation has been extended beyond the initially permitted ten days, further discussions with the state minister are planned to determine the next steps in the search for the remaining missing individuals.

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