Relief Operations Continue In Punjab, JK and Himachal Pradesh Even As Flood Situation Subsides
Relief operations continue in Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, even as the flood situation subsides; the Indian Air Force rescues 541 people and airlifts over 10 tonnes of essential relief material. Indian Air Force has carried out a major humanitarian operation in landslide-affected regions of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.
In a social media post, Western Air Command of IAF said Indian Air Force helicopters continue to provide relief operations across Punjab, Himachal and J&K, by having evacuated 541 people from Bharmor-Chamba sector and airlifting over 10,000 kg of essential relief material in Kullu and Kishtwar sectors.
It said the IAF has assets positioned for follow-up tasks, reflecting the IAF’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. Four helicopters and 35 crew worked day and night to make these missions a success.