Imphal: The valiant efforts of the Indian Army and Assam Rifles continued unabated on the third day of ‘Operation Jalrahat-II’, as flood relief and rescue operations intensified across Manipur’s Imphal Valley. A total of 944 civilians, stranded in inundated and otherwise inaccessible areas, have been safely brought to higher ground by the dedicated troops.
The humanitarian mission extended beyond rescues, with the forces distributing 1,500 food packets and 4,000 bottles of clean drinking water to communities grappling with the devastating floods. A dedicated medical camp, a beacon of hope for the displaced, has been set up at the Wangkhei Angom Leikai Rehabilitation Camp. Here, over 250 flood-affected individuals have received crucial medical attention for various ailments including injuries, infections, dehydration, and chronic conditions. The medical team also diligently spread awareness on hygiene, sanitation, and disease prevention, crucial in preventing further health crises.
In a display of exemplary courage and quick thinking, Assam Rifles medics responded to a distress call from Wangkhei Ningthem, where a man sustained a deep ankle injury. Braving treacherous, submerged streets, the medical personnel reached the site and provided on-site suturing, successfully stabilising the man’s condition, a testament to their unwavering commitment.
The night of June 2 witnessed another heroic rescue as troops, battling rising waters in Heingang, Imphal East, evacuated four civilians. The rescued included a 40-year-old man, his teenage son, a 60-year-old woman, and her grandson, all safely brought to safety amidst the dark hours.
Despite persistent heavy rainfall and formidable logistical hurdles, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles remain firmly entrenched in their mission, providing critical aid, medical support, and much-needed reassurance to the distressed, flood-hit communities of Manipur. Their relentless service continues to be a pillar of strength for the state in these trying times.
Earlier, coordinated joint operations involving the Manipur Fire Service, SDRF, NDRF, Army, and Assam Rifles had successfully rescued medical students and staff from JNIMS, Imphal, after severe waterlogging had rendered the area perilous. The current crisis gripped Imphal on May 31, when incessant rainfall led to widespread flooding in several low-lying areas, overwhelming stormwater drains and severely disrupting daily life for thousands.
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