Kerala CM orders vigilance probe into reports of distribution of worm-infested food kits in Wayanad

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday ordered a vigilance inquiry into reports of worm-infested food kits distributed by the Meppadi Grama Panchayat to survivors of the landslides in Chooralmala-Mundakai, Wayanad district.

The inquiry was ordered based on media reports about the food kits, according to a release from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO).

Vijayan instructed that a report be submitted immediately. The investigation follows a note submitted by the Chief Secretary to the CM about the incident. The inquiry will focus on whether the Panchayat distributed old stock or if the food grains were tampered with in any way.

A preliminary investigation has already been conducted, added the release.