Rainfall Triggers Massive Landslides in Malappuram, Kerala

Several landslides triggered by heavy rain struck the Nadukani-Parappanangadi State Highway in Malappuram, Keralam. The first landslide was followed by several landslides at the same location. 

The landslide occurred between Edeypalam and Karathodu on the Malappuram-Vengara route, where an entire hillside collapsed onto the road. Large quantities of soil, huge trees, and rocks came crashing down, with debris falling onto the highway and into the nearby Kadalundi River. A second landslide occurred even as police and firefighting personnel were present at the site



assessing the situation.

Following the incident, traffic through the route has been completely suspended. Vehicles heading towards Malappuram are currently being diverted via Konompara.The landslide occurred just 150 metres from Straight Path International School.

Authorities have declared the area highly dangerous, warning that further landslides are likely. Locals recalled that a similar landslide had occurred at the same location in 2019.Fire Force and police personnel are continuing efforts to remove the soil and debris from the road and restore traffic.