The toll in rain-related incidents in Kerala has risen to 15, PTI quoted Chief Minister VD Satheesan as saying on Monday.While he did not specify the period in which the deaths took place, the state has been receiving heavy and incessant rainfall since Friday, triggering flash floods and landslides.Satheesan said on Monday that seven persons were missing amid the rains. Of these, two persons each were missing from Kollam and Kannur, and one each in Malappuram, Idukki and Muvattupuzha.Malappuram had reported four deaths, while three persons died in Kottayam district. Two deaths each were reported in Ernakulam and Kollam, and one person each died in Idukki, Muvattupuzha and Kannur.The chief minister announced that the state government will provide Rs 10,000 in funeral expenses to the families of those who died. Persons returning home from relief camps would receive Rs 10,000 as an immediate measure.Additionally, an ex gratia of Rs 8 lakh was announced for the families of those who died. A compensation of Rs 12 lakh will be given to those who lost their homes and land due to landslides. Rs 6 lakh will be provided for families to rebuild their homes, said Satheesan.Standing with our people during monsoon calamities.The Keralam Government announces immediate financial aid & relief measures for those affected:🔵₹8 Lakh assistance for families of the deceased.🔵₹10,000 immediate aid for funeral expenses.🔵₹10,000 for families… pic.twitter.com/jSpaHmDxZB— V D Satheesan (@vdsatheesan) August 3, 2026