Vadodara: The Indian Army, which has been involved in flood relief operations in multiple districts of Gujarat, has rescued 200 people. The army, with eight columns mobilized to support relief operations, responded to a request from the Gujarat Civil Administration.

Army mobilised eight columns to support relief operations following a request from Gujarat Civil Administration. These teams have been providing critical humanitarian assistance and disaster relief in Vadodara, Jamnagar, Dwarka, Rajkot, Morbi and Bhuj. Besides the manpower and flood relief equipment, these specialist teams consist of engineering resources and medical expertise. The columns are committed to adapting to evolving needs of the flood-affected areas.

Vadodara has been hit the hardest due to rapid rise in water levels of Vishwamitri river. Indian Army has successfully rescued over 200 persons from flood affected areas to safer places. Essential food supplies including ready to eat meals have been provided. Door-to door medical examination has been conducted and essential medicines have been distributed to ensure well-being of affected communities. The aim of the rescue and relief efforts is to restore normalcy admist the relentless downpour and rising water levels. The Indian Army will continue to assist the local administration to restore essential services at the earliest, said the army in a official statement, DeshGujarat