Rahul, Priyanka ask workers to extend all help as heavy rains lash Kerala

New Delhi: Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday expressed their condolences for the lives lost due to heavy rainfall in Kerala. They urged party leaders and workers in the state to extend all possible assistance in relief and rescue operations.

Heavy rains continued to batter several parts of Kerala, particularly the hilly regions in the northern districts, on Thursday, disrupting daily life. Reports of flooding, uprooted trees, and minor landslides have emerged from many areas in northern Kerala.

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said the excessive rainfall in Kerala was highly concerning.

"Heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I urge Congress leaders and workers in the state to extend all possible help in relief and rescue operations," he said.

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi also extended heartfelt condolences to those who have lost loved ones due to the excessive rains in Kerala.

"I hope everyone in the areas where the red alert has been issued is taking all precautions and staying safe. I urge Congress party workers and leaders to do all they can to provide assistance and relief to those affected," she said.

Two more bodies were recovered on Thursday during search and rescue operations in Shirur village in Uttara Kannada district, where a massive landslide claimed six lives two days ago, officials said. PTI