Hassan: A landslide has occurred on the Mangaluru-Bengaluru railway route near Yedakumari in Sakleshpur taluk due to heavy rainfall in the Western Ghats, leading to the suspension of train services. The clearance operation began on Saturday night (August 16) and continued until 8:46 AM today. The heavy rains have caused soil and boulders to fall onto the railway track, resulting in a temporary halt of train operations in the area.read also: Tragic Death of 9-Year-Old Girl Due to Brain Infection in Kozhikode
The landslide occurred at railway track 68/800 near Yedakumari, where a large amount of soil has accumulated, severely disrupting train movement. Despite the heavy rain, rescue personnel and railway officials are conducting clearance operations with the help of JCB machines. However, the ongoing rain poses significant challenges, and there is a fear of further landslides. Authorities have indicated that it may take some time for train services to resume.read also: Radhika Pandit Celebrates Krishna Janmashtami with Family, Instilling Cultural Values..!
The landslide has disrupted the services of key trains on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru route, including the Mangaluru-Vijayawada Express (07378), Murudeshwar-Bengaluru Express (16586), and Kannur-SMVT Bengaluru Express (16512). These trains have been held at Bantwal and Mangaluru stations, causing significant inconvenience to passengers. The Southern Railway Division has advised passengers to contact the emergency helpline number for assistance.read also: Trump-Putin Meeting: Prospects of Tariff Reduction on India..!
Heavy rainfall continues to impact the Malenadu and coastal regions, including Hassan, with a red alert issued until August 20. In addition to the railway disruption, road traffic has also been affected, with vehicle jams reported at Shiradi Ghat. Police and local administration are engaged in emergency relief efforts. The landslide incident has caused difficulties for passengers, and train services are expected to resume only after the clearance operation is successfully completed. With the risk of further landslides due to heavy rain, the railway and health departments have taken precautionary measures. The public and passengers are urged to follow the issued guidelines.NOBERO Men's Cotton Solid Regular Fit Polo Shirt