Bhubaneswar, Oct. 29 -- A landslide at Taptapani Ghat in Odisha's Ganjam district blocked the road, forcing an ambulance carrying a critically ill patient to turn back midway while travelling from Koraput to Berhampur. The patient was subsequently admitted to Mohana hospital in Gajapati district.

The incident comes amid continuous rainfall over the past two days under the influence of Cyclone Arnab. Uprooted trees blocked roads at several locations. Water was seen flowing over bridges in several areas, disrupting transportation.

The landslide at Taptapani Ghat reportedly prevented the ambulance from reaching its intended destination. As the route was blocked, the vehicle had to return midway. The patient was eventually taken to Mohana h...