Army personnel and rescue-relief workers helping flood-affected residents in Chennai.
Chennai: Within an hour of request from civil administration in Tamil Nadu, the Indian Army swiftly mobilized its resources in rescuing the stranded people in the areas of Greater Chennai corporation.
The request was made by the administration due to the flooding in Mugalivakkam and Manapakkam areas inundated by waterbodies such as Adyar River, Manapakkam Canal, Adambakkam Lake, Veerangal Odai.
Upon receiving the urgent request at 10am, the Army commenced its rescue and relief operations at about 11am.
Responding to the distressing situation, two columns from Army Camp Pallavaram, operating under the Dakshin Bharat Area, promptly mobilized for the mission.
The contingent, comprising approximately 135 personnel under Dakshin Bharat Area were equipped with essential resources, including boats, flood relief stores, and vehicles, geared to navigate the inundated areas and provide aid.
After Cyclone Michaung hit Chennai and adjoining areas, the relentless efforts of the Indian Army have successfully rescued and assisted about 300 residents to safety.
