Wayanad: Early Tuesday morning, a devastating landslide struck various hilly areas near Meppadi in Kerala's Wayanad district, resulting in 19 fatalities, numerous injuries, and fears of over a hundred people trapped.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his distress over the incident on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, "Distressed by the landslides in parts of Wayanad. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones and prayers with those injured."
Rescue operations are actively underway to aid those affected. PM Modi has also spoken with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to get an update on the situation and assured all possible assistance from the Centre.
The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the families of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured. Additionally, PM Modi reportedly spoke with Union Minister Suresh Gopi and BJP President JP Nadda, urging the BJP President to ensure that party workers assist in the relief efforts.
Former Wayanad MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. In a post on X, he stated, "I am deeply anguished by the massive landslides near Meppadi in Wayanad. My heartfelt condolences go out to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones. I hope those still trapped are brought to safety soon."
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