Over 100 people from Kerala trapped in Nepal

April 27, 2015 11:56

More than a 100 people from Kerala, including tourists, are trapped in quake-hit Nepal, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said today. In a Facebook post, he said state Minister K C Joseph has gone to Delhi to initiate steps to get the stranded persons back to Kerala.

"Cabinet Minister K C Joseph is in Delhi to coordinate the efforts of getting the affected persons back to Kerala," Chandy said.

The Chief Minister also congratulated the Indian Army for their rescue effort. "Indian Army's rescue mission in Nepal is commendable. I wish them all the best for their efforts in Nepal," he said.

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