4 persons died when a house collapsed at East Khasi Hills District in Meghalaya

June 16: A tragic incident occurred at Laitlarem, Nongspung Circle under Mawphlang C&RD Block, where a house collapsed this morning leading to the death of four persons, including two minor boys, aged 9 and 6, and two minor girls, aged 8 and 4. Three died on the spot, while one passed away in transit on the way to Sohiong CHC. BDO, Medical Officer and Police are at the spot. More details are awaited.

“The tragic news of the loss of 3 precious lives in the landslide in Laitlarem, Mawphlang Block, East Khasi Hills District is devastating. Govt. will release ex-gratia of ₹4 Lakhs to the next of kin of each of the deceased. I extend my deepest condolences,” tweeted Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma.