Kerala Faces Flood Fury After Incessant Rain, At Least 13 Killed In Idukki District Landslides

by Ankush Choubey Aug 07, 2020 • 05:44 PM Views 1106

 

At least 13 people died due to landslides while more than 50 people are missing after heavy rains in Kerala’s Idukki district. The accident occurred near a tea garden in the Rajmala area of ​​Idukki district. It is believed that the victims and affected families used to work in tea gardens. State Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has sought the help of Air Force helicopters to carry out relief and rescue operations. Teams of Police, Fire, Forest and Revenue Department have been asked to intensify relief operations.