Political leaders, too, lashed out at the Centre. Revenue Minister K Rajan accused the Union government of deliberately downplaying the scale of the tragedy.
The proposal seeks to conserve the disaster zone as a living laboratory for research, education, and geotourism, while also serving as a memorial for the more than 400 lives lost.
“I came to Vellarmala in 2009 and it was my first job. Over the years, I developed an emotional bond with this village as children and elders showered me with love.
At the heart of this quiet resurgence and resilience is Harrisons Malayalam Ltd, which spans 515 hectares and continues to be a lifeline for the community.
