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Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of the landslide-affected areas in Wayanad, Kerala, on Thursday, assessing the extent of the damage caused by recent heavy rains and landslides. Accompanied by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, the Prime Minister’s visit underscores the central government’s focus on providing timely assistance and relief to the disaster-stricken region.
The aerial survey provided Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Vijayan with a comprehensive view of the devastation, which has left several villages isolated and caused widespread damage to infrastructure, including roads and houses. Wayanad, a hilly district prone to landslides, has been severely impacted by the ongoing monsoon, which has triggered multiple landslides in the region.
During the survey, Prime Minister Modi was briefed by local officials on the current situation, the ongoing rescue operations, and the measures being taken to provide relief to those affected. The Prime Minister expressed his concern for the victims and assured that the Union government would extend all necessary support to Kerala in managing the crisis and aiding in the rehabilitation of the displaced residents.
Following the aerial survey, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who has been closely monitoring the situation, briefed the media on the steps being taken by the state government to address the disaster. He highlighted the importance of swift relief efforts and thanked the Prime Minister for his prompt response and visit to the affected areas.
Prime Minister Modi is expected to meet with state officials later in the day to discuss the allocation of additional resources and to ensure coordinated relief efforts. The visit signals a strong commitment from both the central and state governments to mitigate the impact of the disaster and to restore normalcy in Wayanad at the earliest.