Over 100 Keralities trapped in earthquake-hit Nepal

Thiruvanathapuram, April 27: More than 100 Keralites, including tourists, are trapped in quake-hit Nepal, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said here on Monday.

In a Facebook post, he said state Minister K C Joseph has gone to Delhi to initiate steps to get the stranded persons back to Kerala.

"Cabinet Minister K C Joseph is in Delhi to coordinate the efforts of getting the affected persons back to Kerala', Chandy said. [Over 300 Australians missing in Nepal quake]

The Chief Minister also congratulated the Indian Army for their rescue effort.

"Indian Army's rescue mission in Nepal is commendable. I wish them all the best for their efforts in Nepal," he said.

PTI