Heavy rain batters Kerala; Pathanamthitta on alert as water levels may rise

Three weather stations in Kerala recorded over 100 mm of rain, with Venkurinji in Pathanamthitta receiving 104.5 mm, according to India Meteorological Department data.

Pathanamthitta is on alert as water levels may rise in Ranni and nearby areas, with Kerala Tourism Minister P C Vishnunadh leading disaster management operations.

People in low-lying areas have been directed to move to safer places, and many district collectors have declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday.

Chief Minister V D Satheesan convened an online meeting of district collectors to review the rain situation.

The southwest monsoon remains active over Kerala, causing significant rainfall across the state, including in Idukki, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Kottayam, and Thrissur.