Army and NDRF Mobilized for Flood Rescue Operations in Beed
Amid heavy rainfall causing severe flooding in Beed district, the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) were mobilized for rescue operations, successfully evacuating stranded individuals using helicopters from the Indian Air Force. Reports indicate that 51 people awaited evacuation, with several villages marooned, particularly in Ashti taluka. The Southern Command’s Thar Raptors Brigade conducted multiple sorties under challenging weather conditions to assist the affected population, which included women, children, and the elderly. The rapid response highlights the Indian defense forces’ commitment to disaster relief and their capability to coordinate effectively with civil administration during emergencies.