Wayanad Landslides in Kerala: 8 Dead, Hundreds Trapped; PM Modi Contacts Chief Minister Vijayan

The Prime Minister has spoken about the landslides in Wayanad, expressing concern for the affected individuals and providing assurance of assistance from the central government. He has also requested BJP chief JP Nadda to mobilize party workers for rescue efforts. Additionally, the Prime Minister has reached out to Union Minister Suresh Gopi, the BJP’s only MP from Kerala, regarding the situation. The Prime Minister’s Office has announced compensation for the affected families, with Rs 2 lakh for those who lost their lives and Rs 50,000 for the injured.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has mentioned the collaboration of various agencies, including the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority, NDRF, and the Kannur Defence Security Corps, in the rescue operation. He also mentioned the deployment of Air Force helicopters for the rescue effort in Wayanad. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has expressed his deep concern for the calamity and extended his condolences to the affected families. He has urged UDF workers to support the administration in relief efforts and emphasized the importance of coordination between agencies.

The affected areas, including Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha, have experienced severe damage, with bridges and roads being swept away. UDF MLA T Siddique has reported plans to airlift people from Mundakkai, while pointing out the challenges in obtaining complete information about the missing and dead due to the landslides. Chief Minister Vijayan has announced the opening of a Health Department control room for emergency assistance, providing helpline numbers for those in need. In summary, the coordinated efforts of various authorities and political leaders are aimed at providing aid and relief to the affected individuals in Wayanad.