Woman dies after allegedly falling into well in Kannur - The HinduUpdated - July 03, 2026 01:12 am IST - KANNURA 42-year-old woman died after she and her mother allegedly fell into a well at their house at Chavanapuzha in Kannur on Thursday (July 2).The deceased was identified as Karayapath Chitrarekha, 42. Her mother, Lakshmi, survived the incident and is undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital, Pariyaram.According to officials, residents, with the help of Fire and Rescue Services personnel, pulled the two women out of the well and rushed them to Taliparamba Taluk Hospital. Chitrarekha was declared dead on arrival.The Taliparamba police have registered a case of unnatural death under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). According to the preliminary investigation, the police suspect that Chitrarekha may have jumped into the well due to mental health-related issues. The investigation is continuing.(Suicide Prevention Helpline: Disha - 1056, 0471-2552056).Published - July 03, 2026 01:11 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }