Cachar Man Killed in Fatal Manipur Hill Collapse

In a heart-wrenching incident, a young man from Cachar district in Assam lost his life in a devastating landslide in Manipur’s Noney district. The deceased, identified as Salimul Haque from Dholai Palonghat, was buried under debris while at work on a hill road construction site.

Salimul, employed as a drilling operator for a road construction company, was reportedly working at the site on the fateful day when a sudden and massive landslide struck the area. The cascading earth engulfed him entirely, leaving no time for escape. Rescuers later recovered his lifeless body, and officials confirmed that he had died on the spot.

News of Salimul’s untimely demise has plunged his family and the local community into mourning. He was the sole breadwinner for his impoverished family, who are now left struggling to cope with the loss. A family member described him as a dedicated and kind-hearted individual who worked tirelessly to support his loved ones. They have appealed for government support to aid them in this dire situation.

This tragedy comes at a time when Manipur is already grappling with a prolonged ethnic conflict between two communities, which has created widespread instability and uncertainty. Amid such turmoil, the death of Salimul Haque adds another layer of grief.

The loss of Salimul is a reminder of the risks taken by workers in hazardous professions and the irreplaceable void left behind in families and communities. His family, friends, and the Palonghat community will miss him dearly. Thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family as they endure this profound loss.