19 Killed In Kerala Rain, Armed Forces On Guard, Rescue Efforts On

Sunday, 17 October 2021Newsdesk
19 Killed In Kerala Rain, Armed Forces On Guard, Rescue Efforts On
At least 19 people have been killed in Kerala as heavy rain triggered landslides in Idukki and Kottayam districts. Lord Ayyappa devotees have been asked to avoid visiting Sabarimala Temple today and tomorrow. The rescue ops are underway.

New Delhi, 17 October 2021

As per news report of NDTV, Rain intensity in most parts of Kerala has reduced as of morning, however, there was continuous rain through the night. No new instances of flooding yet. "We are continuously monitoring the situation in parts of Kerala in the wake of heavy rainfall and flooding. The central govt will provide all possible support to help people in need. NDRF teams have already been sent to assist the rescue operations. Praying for everyone's safety," Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted this morning. Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted his condolences to the families of those killed in the deluge. "It is saddening that some people have lost their lives due to heavy rains and landslides in Kerala.

Source - NDTV

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