PM Modi’s aerial survey called off as its pouring trouble in Kerala

Kerala Floods: PM Modi’s aerial survey called off due to heavy rain

Due to heavy floods, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had to suspend an aerial survey of flooded Kochi on Saturday.

His helicopter was called back minutes after it took off to assess the situation in the state.

Out of the total casualties, 150 are said to have lost their lives in the last two days. Over 200 people have died in landslides and floods triggered by torrential rain since August 8.

Before returning to Delhi from Kochi later on Saturday, the Prime Minister will chair a meeting to discuss the situation.

With roads cut off and public transport virtually nonexistent, there are now fears of starvation. “If help won’t reach people will die of starvation,” said Chenganur MLA Saji Cherian.

-PTC News