Massive landslide in Munnar’s Rajamala, 20 houses likely destroyed.

A massive landslide hit Rajamala in Idukki district on Friday morning. Early reports suggested that 20 houses were buried under the mud.

Heavy rain has been lashing the area since last night, Eighty people are feared to be trapped under the debris.

The Periyavaram bridge has collapsed following the heavy rains here. The intense rain and waterlogging in the area are hindering relief operations in the area.