AR conducts Operation Jalrahat, demonstrates unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, June 01 2024: The recent floods in Manipur, triggered by Cyclone Remal, have left a trail of devastation across multipledistricts in the State.

According to a release issued by PRO of HQ IGAR(South), the heavy rainfell has displaced thousands of people, leaving them stranded in the affected areas.

In an emphatic display of professionalism and swift action, the Assam Rifles successfully carried out flood rescue Operation 'JALRAHAT' in the affected areas and provided succour to the distraught and marooned citizens in Imphal City.

The operation began on the night of May 28 and as first responders, 16 columns of Assam Rifles were deployed round the clock to rescue and evacuate those in need.

The dedicated teams utilized specialized equipment and employed advanced rescue techniques to reach those trapped in the floodwaters.

The operation led to the rescue and evacuation of more than 6,500 people, including women and children, from grave situations due to fee rising waters in Dewlahland, Thangal Bazar, North AOC and Mantripukhri.

One of fee heart-touching instances of their operation was fee successful rescue of a 78-year-old paralyzed elderly man in Tangkhul Lane, Imphal District The frail person was found stranded in fee flood-affected area, wife floodwaters rising rapidly and his mobility severely restricted due to paralysis.

Responding swiftly to fee distress call, a team of Assam Rifles sprang into action, navigating treacherous currents and hazardous conditions to reach fee elderly man.

Despite fee formidable challenges posed by fee flood, the combined efforts of fee Assam Rifles ensured his safe rescue.

Several such rescue stories have been narrated by fee affected people whose lives have been touched by the Assam Rifles.

During fee ongoing relief work, fee Security Force has rescued 52 individuals, including 42 immobile and aged residents from Mother Teresa Institute and 21 neuro patients from Raj Medicity Hospital, providing immediate aid.

In Minuthong, they rescued approximately 200 people in a major operation.

Assam Rifles in parallel operations undertook critical infrastructure repair work, including securing Thanthek village due to a breach in fee Khabi River under Nambol PS in Bishnupur district on June 1.Additionally, repair efforts were undertaken assiduously at Heingang and Khabam bridges on May 30, showcasing their commitment and expertise in restoring essential infrastructure amidst fee crisis.

To arrest water borne diseases, this Security Force has embarked on sanitization and disinfection drives, including DDT spray and distribution of Mosquito repellents.

Hot food packets and bottled water are being distributed to fee affected in order to prevent outbreak of food borne diseases.

Over 5,000 food packets and 8,000 drinking water supplies have been distributed as relief to those affected by fee floods.

Furthermore, snake bite victims have been rescued and provided medical attention in Imphal and Thoubal districts.

The Assam Rifles has been working tirelessly round fee clock to restore normalcy by providing relief to fee distraught and stranded populace.

It has assisted fee district administration in restoration of essential services.

As recovery efforts progress and communities rebuild after this natural disaster, fee Assam Rifles remains unwavering in its commitment to serve and protect fee people, embodying fee values of professionalism, compassion, and resilience that define fee Nation.

The operation is a shining example of fee Assam Rifles' dedication to fee people and its commitment to safeguard lives in times of crisis.

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