The Indian Army, responding to an urgent request from the Greater Chennai Corporation, quickly launched a rescue operation in the flood-hit areas of Mugalivakkam and Manapakkam.
These areas, affected by waterbodies like the Adyar River and Manapakkam Canal, required immediate help to rescue residents trapped by the rising waters.
Pictures of Indian Army Soldiers In Chennai Flood Rescue
The Army received the request at 10 am and began their operations at 11 am, after getting the green light from their headquarters. Two columns from the Army Camp in Pallavaram, part of the Dakshin Bharat Area, were dispatched for the task.
This team, including two officers, six JCOs, and 119 other ranks from the 12 MADRAS regiment, was equipped with boats, flood relief supplies, and vehicles designed for navigating flooded areas.
The latest reports indicate that Cyclone Michaung has struck Chennai and its surrounding regions. Despite these challenging conditions, the Indian Army’s efforts have led to the successful rescue and aid of 200 to 300 people by 2 pm.
This information was confirmed in a press release from the Southern Command Headquarters in Pune.
