Alappuzha: The district collector ordered an inquiry into the accident at the Palliyodam in Chennithala, Alappuzha. Chengannur RDO Suma is in charge of the investigation. A detailed report should be submitted within 7 days
The bodies of two of the three people who went missing after the church collapsed in the Pampa river were found. The dead bodies of Plus Two student Adityan (18) from Chennithala and Vineesh (35) from Cherukol were found.
Adityan’s body was found 50 meters away from the Palliyodam by the scuba team and locals. Vineesh’s body was also found in the afternoon. The search is on for the missing person.
MLA Ramesh Chennithala said that one more person is suspected to be missing. He also informed that the help of the Navy has been sought for the search.
The Aranmula Uthrattathi boat overturned near the Chennithala Church, where it was ready to play. The accident took place at Mavelikkara Valiaperumpuzha jetty at 8:30 in the morning. Police and fire forces are searching for the missing people. MLA Saji Cherian said that the current in the river is strong and it is hampering the rescue operation.
After circumambulating the Pampa river, they traditionally leave for Aranmula from the Palliyodam. Panchayat President Vijayamma Philandran said that there were about 50 people on the boat.
