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Three Fatalities in Car Accident on Manjoor-Mulli Road at Tamil Nadu-Kerala Border
✍️ thehindu.com
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 10:07 AM
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A car plunged into a gorge on the Manjoor-Mulli road along the Tamil Nadu-Kerala border, killing three occupants.
A vehicle traveling on the Manjoor-Mulli road, which runs along the Tamil Nadu–Kerala border, plunged into a deep gorge, resulting in the deaths of all three occupants.
The accident occurred in the remote stretch of the road that is known for its steep terrain and narrow lanes. Local authorities were alerted by witnesses who saw the vehicle lose control and fall into the ravine.
Rescue teams from the nearby district police and the forest department were dispatched to the site. They managed to recover the bodies of the passengers, but no survivors were found.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety in the hilly sections of the border region, prompting calls for better signage and road maintenance.
Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the crash, with officials examining vehicle condition and road conditions at the site.
The accident occurred in the remote stretch of the road that is known for its steep terrain and narrow lanes. Local authorities were alerted by witnesses who saw the vehicle lose control and fall into the ravine.
Rescue teams from the nearby district police and the forest department were dispatched to the site. They managed to recover the bodies of the passengers, but no survivors were found.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety in the hilly sections of the border region, prompting calls for better signage and road maintenance.
Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the crash, with officials examining vehicle condition and road conditions at the site.