WAYANAD: All the causalities in the jeep overturning accident in Kannothmala in Mananthavady are women. Six plantation workers killed in the incident have been identified. The six workers include Rani, Shanthi, Chinamma, Leela, Rabia, and Sheeja. All the deceased are natives of Wayanad. The accident turned more ghastly as the jeep landed 30 feet down, occasionally hitting massive rocks.

There were 12 people in the vehicle including driver Mani. Of the three injured, two are in critical condition, including driver Mani. The jeep belonged to Deepu Trading Company.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condoled the death and offered all support to the kin of the victims. The chief minister also appointed forest minister A K Saseendran to monitor the proceedings, including emergency treatment.

Wayanad MP Rahul Gandhi expressed deep grief over the incident. Rahul wrote on Facebook that he has spoken to the district authorities and advised them to take quick steps to offer effective treatment to the injured ones.