Guwahati: The Indian Army has launched flood relief operations in various parts of the Hojai district in Assam on Wednesday as heavy rains have caused floods and landslides in several parts of the state.
According to reports, two columns of Blazing Sword Division of Gajraj Corps with Engineering and Medical components from Tezpur and Missamari Garrison have been mobilized to carry out flood relief operations and distributed essential commodities in Hojai District on Wednesday.
Unprecedented rains had warranted immediate rescue and flood relief operations. Based on urgent requisition, swift and coordinated action was carried out by the teams to rescue precious lives caught in the flood. Priority was given to women, the elderly & young children. The timely and swift action resulted in lives being saved and a major disaster is averted.
A total of approx 300 villagers were rescued by Army troops by 10 am on Wednesday.
Rescue efforts are ongoing in coordination with Civil Administration and the locals have appreciated the service rendered by Army.
Priority was given to women, the elderly, and young children. The timely and swift action resulted in lives being saved and a major disaster is averted. A total of approx 300 villagers were rescued by Army troops till 10 am of 18 May 22.”
Rescue efforts are ongoing in coordination with civil administration and the locals have appreciated the service rendered by Army.
