Wayanad landslides: Studies point to deadly mix of climate change, environmental neglect

Landslide devastation in Kerala's Wayanad district resulted in 123 deaths, attributed to heavy rainfall, climate change, and deforestation. Studies highlighted the area's high landslide risk, ranking it 13th in India. Experts called for ecological measures and better management of the fragile terrain, but their recommendations have yet to be put into action.