Bengaluru: Karnataka has mobilized significant resources to support rescue operations in Wayanad following devastating landslides. A Green Corridor (traffic-free stretch) has been set up at Bandipur Check Post, and the Bengaluru-Wayanad National Highway 766 has been closed to facilitate smooth transit.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has pledged full cooperation, deploying earth movers, cranes, and heavy equipment to clear debris. He has appointed two IAS officers to coordinate efforts with Kerala authorities. NDRF teams from Bengaluru and the Madras Engineer Group (MEG) of the Army are on-site in Wayanad.
An MEG officer, two JCOs, and 70 personnel have arrived with 15 vehicles of rescue supplies. Additional support includes two officers, four JCOs, and 100 army personnel en route with 40 vehicles. Unrestricted passage through the Green Corridor ensures efficient movement of teams and supplies.
Karnataka remains in constant communication with Kerala’s Disaster Management authorities. Deputy Commissioners of Mysuru and Chamarajanagar border districts are actively involved in the relief efforts. Medical aid, hospital facilities, and buses for transporting the injured are stationed in H.D. Kote.
Siddaramaiah has also reported preliminary information about Kannadigas stranded in Wayanad and assured comprehensive rescue efforts.
As a safety measure, the Bengaluru-Wayanad National Highway 766 through Gundlupet is closed, advising travelers to use the Gundlupet-Bandipur-Gudalur route instead.
The Chamarajanagar District Administration has set up a 24/7 helpline for residents and travelers. Helpline numbers are 08226-223161, 223163, 223160, and WhatsApp 9740942902. For coordination in Wayanad, senior IAS officers P.C. Jaffer (94483-55577) and Dilish Sasi (94460-00514) are available.
Mysuru District Administration has prepared medical facilities and transportation for the injured, with a helpline number 0821-24223800 for assistance.