Body Found in River Search
On July 12, 2026, police recovered a body approximately 350 metres downstream from the Meenachil bridge in Wayanad, Kerala, around 11:30 am during a search operation along the river. The body is suspected to be of a missing engineer who was reported missing after the recent landslide, according to police sources.
Search Operations Intensify
The recovery was part of ongoing efforts to locate individuals still unaccounted for following the devastating landslide that struck the region. Authorities have been conducting systematic searches along the river and surrounding areas. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination to confirm identity and cause of death.
Police officials stated that the search continues for any other missing persons. The landslide, which occurred earlier this week, caused significant damage to property and infrastructure in the area.
Impact and Response
Local authorities have mobilized rescue teams and are providing relief to affected families. The state government has announced compensation for the victims' families. The exact number of missing persons is still being assessed, but officials are working diligently to account for everyone.
"We are doing everything possible to locate the missing and support the affected families," a district official said. The incident highlights the vulnerability of the region to landslides, especially during the monsoon season.
