Priyanka Gandhi Vadra visited Wayanad on Saturday to meet survivors of the Mundakkai and Chooralmala landslides, stating that the Congress party has pledged to construct 100 houses for affected families and alleging that the Central government has not been sufficiently supportive in rehabilitation efforts.

Speaking to reporters, she welcomed ongoing relief initiatives and suggested that trees be planted in the area. She appreciated the efforts of various political parties but remarked that the Centre had not been forthcoming in extending assistance. Priyanka Gandhi, along with her brother Rahul Gandhi, laid the foundation stone for houses to be built by the Congress for landslide victims in Wayanad. Addressing residents, she recalled witnessing the devastation shortly after the tragedy, describing the immense loss of homes, livelihoods, and loved ones.

She praised the resilience and unity of the community, noting how people stood together and supported one another regardless of religion or background. Reflecting on her journey from not being their MP to now representing Wayanad, she said she has come to see herself as part of their extended family and has closely observed their struggles.

She also highlighted that the Congress raised the issue in Parliament and wrote to the Prime Minister seeking assistance. Elaborating on the housing initiative, she said each beneficiary would receive a 1,100-square-foot house along with eight cents of land, acknowledging that the process had taken longer than expected. The devastating landslides that struck Kerala on July 30, 2024, claimed around 300 lives and destroyed numerous homes and structures. On March 29, Priyanka Gandhi also launched a higher education scholarship programme for survivors of the disaster.