Thiruvananthapuram : Babu, trapped in Palakkad’s Kurbachi mountain, has been retrieved into safety. Kerala thanks the Indian Army and all who assisted the efforts, said Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan , adding that, Babu will be administered necessary medical care and treatment.
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Putting an end to anxiety, it has been possible to reach Babu to safety high up from the Malabhuzha’s Cherat mountain where he had become trapped. Treatment and medical care shall be provided to help Babu regain health.
I thank Indian Army that helmed the rescue efforts, soldiers from the Madras Regiment, soldiers from Para Regiment, South Bharat Area GOC Lt. General, Arun and all of those who assisted the efforts.
Thanks also to the Air Force for their assistance, Kerala Police, Fire and Rescue, NDRF. Forest Dept, District Administration, medical team, people’s representatives and natives.