Initial rescue efforts
Rescue teams rushed to Chooralmala in Wayanad district after heavy rains triggered devastating landslides. The Indian Army mobilized 43 personnel to aid in the rescue operations, providing critical assistance to the affected residents. (Image source: PTI)
Challenging terrains
Rescue teams crossed temporary bridges to reach isolated areas in the hills of Wayanad. The picturesque villages of Mundakkai and Chooralmala were severely affected, leaving many residents stranded. (Image source: REUTERS)
Search for survivors
The rescue operation intensified as teams worked tirelessly to find survivors amidst the debris in Wayanad. The Southern Naval Command dispatched a disaster relief team of 68 personnel to support the efforts. (Image source: ANI)
Army intensifies operations
The Indian Army ramped up its rescue efforts, successfully evacuating more than 1,000 people from the affected areas. Bridging assets from Delhi were deployed to help reach remote locations. (Image source: PTI)
Saving lives amid adverse weather conditions
Despite adverse weather conditions, the search for survivors continued in Wayanad. The coordinated efforts of the NDRF, Army, and local volunteers were crucial in the ongoing rescue mission. (Image source: PTI)
Recovering victims
Rescuers faced the grim task of recovering bodies from the landslide sites. The massive landslides caused widespread destruction, damaging houses, roads, and uprooting trees. (Image source: REUTERS)
Aerial support to aid rescue efforts
A chopper joined the search and rescue operations, providing aerial reconnaissance to locate stranded individuals. The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) detachment from Kochi supported these critical efforts. (Image source: PTI)
Tireless efforts continued saving lives
Rescue operations continued relentlessly as teams worked to rescue those trapped in their homes. Over 1,500 people were saved, and 45 relief camps were set up to shelter the displaced residents. (Image source: PTI)