NewsFlash Daily™
08 April 
Hours after a previous missing case, Kerala minor Sri Nanda disappears near Manikyadhara as a massive search operation with drones intensifies in Chikkamagaluru.
Chikkamagaluru: A 14-year-old girl from Kerala has gone missing in the scenic yet challenging terrains of the Chandradrona Hills, triggering panic among tourists and authorities alike. The incident comes shortly after the recent disappearance and rescue of Sharanya, raising serious safety concerns in the region.
The missing girl, identified as Sri Nanda from Palakkad, had arrived with her parents as part of a 40-member tourist group. The group was exploring the popular trekking spot near Manikyadhara when the girl reportedly went missing around 6 PM on Tuesday evening, leaving her family and fellow travellers in shock.
Initial Search Yields No Clues
Immediately after her disappearance, locals and tourists launched a desperate search operation, combing nearby areas. However, despite hours of effort, no trace of the minor was found, intensifying fears and uncertainty surrounding the case.
Massive Multi-Agency Search Operation Underway
Authorities have now escalated the operation, with teams from the fire department, forest department, and police conducting a joint search mission. Advanced tools, including drones, are being deployed to scan the dense grasslands and steep slopes of the area, which is known for its difficult terrain.
“The terrain is extremely challenging with thick grasslands and steep descents. We are using drones and all available resources to locate the girl,” officials stated.
Night-Long Efforts Continue Amid Rising Concerns
Search operations continued throughout the night and resumed early morning with renewed intensity. The incident falls under the jurisdiction of the Chikkamagaluru Rural Police Station, and authorities are exploring multiple angles, including a possible accidental fall or getting lost.
Back-to-Back Incidents Raise Safety Questions
The back-to-back cases of missing individuals in the same region have raised serious concerns about tourist safety in trekking zones like Chandradrona Hills. Experts are calling for stricter safety protocols and better monitoring systems in such high-risk regions.
