Massive forest fire in Tamil Nadu's Theni; Indian Air Force sends chopper to rescue students

Over 20 students were reportedly trapped in a massive forest fire that broke out in Tamil Nadu’s Theni district on Sunday. 

In a series of tweets, Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the Indian Air Force has been directed to rescue the children.

Firefighters and forest officials are and local doctors have reached the spot.

Sitharaman also said that apart from government agencies, individuals are also coming out to help the students. 

This is a developing story