4 days ago
Two killed in road accident in Idukki
Two youngsters were killed in a collision between a multi utility vehicle (MUV) and a motorcycle at Chellarkovil, near Anakkara, in Idukki on Tuesday (June 17, 2025).
The deceased have been identified as Alan K. Shibu, 17, and Shanet Shaiju, 17, residents of Anakkara. According to the police, the incident occurred around 2.30 p.m. at Gandhi Nagar, near Chellarkovil.
The MUV carrying cardamom plantation workers from Kerala to Tamil Nadu reportedly rammed the two-wheeler on which the youths were travelling. The youths were rushed to the Puttady Government Hospital, but their lives could not be saved.
The bodies have been shifted to Idukki Government Medical College Hospital for post-mortem examination. The youngsters had completed their Plus Two and were planning to pursue higher education.