May 28, 2024 10:09 AM

Papua New Guinea: Thousands ordered to evacuate due to ‘active’ landslide, PM Modi offers support

Thousands of residents were ordered to evacuate from the path of a still-active landslide in Papua New Guinea by the government on Tuesday, after parts of a mountain collapsed, burying an initial estimate of more than 2,000 people. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives and the damage caused by the deadly landslide. He offered support and emphasized that India is ready to provide all possible assistance. "Deeply saddened by the loss of lives and damage c...