Archive · 2 Aug 2026
Rahul Gandhi Urges Congress Aid After Kerala Rain Tragedy
Heavy rains in Kerala caused floods and landslides that killed people and damaged homes.
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, leaders of the Congress party, said they were sad and wanted Congress volunteers to help.
The state government is running relief camps and asking people to stay safe, especially in hilly areas.
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed grief over Kerala's heavy rain deaths.
The death toll rose to 12, with 8 missing and 13 injured.
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan reported 27 houses destroyed, 196 partially damaged, and 5,792 people moved to 209 relief camps.
The state government is coordinating relief and recovery, urging Congress workers to assist.
Authorities warned residents in hilly, landslide-prone areas to remain vigilant and follow official guidance.
- Who
- Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, V D Satheesan, Congress workers
- What
- Expressed grief over Kerala rain deaths and urged Congress volunteers to aid relief
- When
- Sunday, following heavy rains in Kerala
- Where
- Kerala, India
- Why
- To support affected families and coordinate relief after the floods and landslides
- Event
- Kerala heavy rain disaster
- Death toll
- 12
- Missing
- 8
- Injured
- 13
- Relief camps
- 209
- Destroyed houses
- 27
- Partially damaged houses
- 196
- Chief Minister
- V D Satheesan
- Political party
- Indian National Congress
