U.P. tourist rescued after falling 800 feet near pool in Keralam’s Idukki
A 28-year-old doctor from Uttar Pradesh was rescued by fire services after falling 800 feet near a pool in Wagamon, Idukki. The victim suffered a foot fracture and was successfully retrieved from the difficult terrain by local emergency teams.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the risks associated with tourism in rugged terrains and the importance of local emergency response infrastructure.
U.P. tourist rescued after falling 800 feet near pool in Keralam’s Idukki The 28-year-old fell while crossing a hilly path near the pool at Wagamon Idukki A 28-year-old tourist from Uttar Pradesh was rescued by the Fire and Rescue Services after he fell nearly 800 feet while crossing a hilly path near a pool at Wagamon in Idukki district of Keralam, officials said on Tuesday (October 20, 2026).
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