Assam flood: Indian Army evacuates 488 civilians in last six days
Guwahati, Jul 19 (IBNS): While the entire state is facing the devastating flood with over 57 lakh people being affected, a large scale Flood Relief Operation is underway in flood-hit areas of Lower Assam by the Indian Army Troops since June 11 when the torrential rains commenced.
The intensified downpour has triggered deluge in all districts of Lower Assam, disrupting the normal life.
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Guwahati based Defence PRO said that, till date, a total of six requisitions for provision of Army assistance have been received from Civil Administration.
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"Accordingly, Units have executed the Disaster Relief Tasks on a war footing in Baksa, Nalbari, Barpeta, Dhekiajuli and Morigaon districts. In spite of incessant heavy rains, rescue columns are operating round the clock in the flood-affected areas. In the last six days, a total of 488 civilians have been evacuated along with relief to 450 civilians. The humanitarian aid by Army has been greatly appreciated by the civil populace and State admin," the Defence PRO said.
(By Hemanta Kumar Nath, Guwahati)
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