A Narrow Escape: Army Rescues 25 from Punjab Floods

A Narrow Escape: Army Rescues 25 from Punjab Floods In a swift and daring operation that highlights the valor of the Indian Armed Forces, the Army Aviation Corps successfully airlifted 22 CRPF personnel and three civilians from a building on the verge of collapse near the Madhopur Headworks in Punjab. The group had been stranded for over a day amidst a severe flood situation caused by incessant rain in the region. At the break of dawn, Army helicopters were dispatched to the location, battling heavy rain and turbulent flying conditions. The rescue was executed with remarkable precision as the building, weakened by the raging floodwaters, gave way and collapsed just moments after the last person was safely evacuated. This close call underscores the urgency and high-risk nature of the mission. The operation is a part of a broader, ongoing relief effort by the Army, NDRF, and local authorities to aid the flood-affected districts of Punjab. The seamless coordination between these age...