PALAKKAD: The body of Ajil (18), who went missing in the Malampuzha Dhoni waterfall, was found on Monday. The incident took place on Sunday afternoon. The 10-member-group, including Ajil, along with forest rangers and other travellers came to see the waterfall at 1.30 pm on Sunday. From there, the group entered the restricted area without the knowledge of forest rangers.

Although the fire force from Palakkad, Homambika police and forest rangers conducted a joint search around 7 pm on Sunday, they were not able to find Ajil. The body was found during a search conducted with the help of diving experts yesterday morning. Ajil was awaiting his Plus Two result. Mother: Sajitha. Sister: Aneeshma.