UP tourist rescued after falling 800 feet near pool in Idukki, Kerala

A 28-year-old tourist from Uttar Pradesh was rescued by firemen after he fell nearly 800 feet while crossing a hilly path near a pool at Wagamon in Kerala’s Idukki district, officials said on Tuesday (October 20, 2026).

A man, identified as Sukhiya Jain, said to be a doctor, suffered a fractured foot on Monday after falling in a pool, about 2 km from Wagamon.

A team from Peermade Fire Rescue Department rushed to the spot and rescued him from the difficult terrain, the official said.

“While crossing the hilly path near the swimming pool, he slipped and suffered a foot fracture. As he was unable to walk, our team brought him out from the 800-feet deep area and he was taken to the hospital in 108 ambulance,” the official said.

Published – 20 Oct 2026 09:46 IST