Heavy rains also forced closures of many schools across the state, while the government postponed a state-level teacher recruitment exam

#WATCH | Keralam: Heavy rainfall triggers widespread damage in Idukki district. One person was killed after a landslide struck a house at Vagamon in the district.

Follow The Hindu Live for updates as heavy rain batters Kerala, triggering landslides and red alerts in eight districts. CM V.D. Satheesan reviews preparedness and rescue efforts.

Heavy rain in Kerala prompts Pathanamthitta alert as authorities warn of rising water levels and potential flooding.