Rain leaves trail of destruction in Kozhikode district
The Hindu
Many low-lying areas submerged; threat of landslips looms in hilly regions
The incessant rain since Monday night has left a trail of destruction in Kozhikode city and its suburbs and the rural areas of the district.
Several low-lying regions in the city were submerged. The most affected areas were Puthiyangadi, Pantheerankavu, Nellikode, Kacheri, Chevayur, Valayanad and Vengeri villages in the city.
The Revenue Department has opened four camps at Civil Station U.P. School, Vengeri U.P. School, Providence Women’s College, and Puthiyangadi G.M.U.P. School in Kozhikode taluk to relocate affected families. More camps would be opened in case of any eventualities, said District Collector N. Tej Lohit Reddy.
The event will run daily from 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., offering a variety of activities. Visitors can enjoy dance and music performances, hands-on art experiences, film screenings, and exhibitions from 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. These will feature folk cuisines, leather puppets, philately, textiles, and handicrafts.