Several teams of rescuers, medical professionals, and other experts have been rushed to the state; Power supply, telecom services operational
Imphal: Massive relief and rescue operations have been launched in Manipur where a strong 6.8 magnitude earthquake claimed eight lives, shattered buildings and caused panic even as the National Crisis Management Committee met to review the situation.
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Locals and army personnel carry out rescue work near collapsed houses in Imphal on Monday morning. Pic/PTI
Teams of rescuers from National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), rushed from Guwahati, were engaged in clearing the debris and looking for survivors. NDRF teams have been deployed in the worst-hit Tamenglong district, epicentre of the quake, while another is on standby in Silchar in Assam.
Power supply restored
Most offices in the state capital were closed besides educational institutions. Several buildings in Manipur secretariat and the landmark Ima market in Imphal had developed cracks, while some school structures collapsed. Power supply has been restored in the affected areas except in some parts of Senapati and Tamenglong districts. A three-member team from Power Grid Corporation is in Manipur to assist in restoring power supply.
A Central medical team comprising orthopaedics, surgeons, anaesthesiologists and other technicians has also been deputed. According to reports received from Manipur government, 8 people lost their lives and 88 were injured due to earthquake, an official statement said in Delhi.
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