The Kerala government has asked the Defence Forces for aid with rescue operations following the deadly Wayanad landslides. 

According to a Defence PRO, a team of 43 personnel, commanded by the Second-in-Command of the 122 Infantry Battalion (TA) MADRAS, has been summoned to assist with the rescue attempts. This team consists of a Medical Officer, two Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs), and 40 soldiers who are all prepared to provide essential help in the impacted area, reported PTI.