Rahul Gandhi tries Kerala's longest zipline in bid to promote tourism after devastating landslides
Wayanad: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a brief break from his campaign activities in Wayanad on Tuesday to promote the district's tourism by experiencing the region’s longest zipline. Posting a video of his thrilling zipline ride on social media, Gandhi highlighted Wayanad's stunning beauty and encouraged visitors to explore the area.
Rahul, donning a “I love Wayanad” T-shirt, said that Wayanad remains full of exciting attractions despite recent challenges from landslides.
Gandhi acknowledged the severe impact of the natural disaster on the local community, noting that the landslides, triggered by incessant rainfall in July, had hit the tourism sector in Wayanad. “From shopkeepers to homestay owners, everyone is working hard just to keep things going. Hearing their stories, I felt both deep concern for their struggles and immense admiration for their resilience,” the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha expressed.
Despite the tragedy, Gandhi emphasised that Wayanad continues to offer incredible attractions that make it a prime tourist destination. He pointed to new attractions that have been developed by locals, including the largest giant swing in South India and a drop tower.
"This is more than politics for me; the people of Wayanad have truly won a place in my heart. Priyanka and I have taken it up as a mission to make Wayanad a top destination in Kerala. Wayanad embodies the best of India,” shared Rahul.
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Australia bundled out for 104 as India take 46-run first-innings lead
Perth (PTI): Pacer Jasprit Bumrah completed his 11th five-wicket haul in Tests as Australia were bundled out for 104 at lunch, losing the remaining three wickets in the morning session on Day 2 to give India a handy 46-run first-innings lead in the opening match here on Saturday.
For India, captain Jasprit Bumrah (5/30) was the pick of the bowlers while Mohammed Siraj (2/20) and debutant Harshit Rana (3/48) also chipped in.
It was a abject surrender from Australia, who could add just 37 runs to their overnight score of 67/7, thanks chiefly to tail-ender Mitchell Starc (26), who emerged the highest scorer for his side
Bumrah struck the first blow on Saturday, dismissing keeper-batter Alex Carey (21) off the first ball of his over as the Australian could add just two runs to his overnight score.
India were all out for 150 from 49.4 overs at the stroke of tea on Friday.
Brief Scores:
India: 150 all out in 49.4 overs vs Australia: 104 all out in 51.2 overs (Alex Carey 21, Mitchell Starc 26; Jasprit Bumrah 5/30, Harshit Rana 3/48, Mohammed Siraj 2/20).
