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Assam Flood: State Govt Urges Army, Air Force to Stand By for Rescue Operations
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 20 Jul 2026, 06:36 AM
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The Assam government has requested the Indian Army and Air Force to be on standby as the state faces severe flooding.
Heavy monsoon rains have swollen rivers across Assam, causing widespread flooding in several districts. In response, the state government has formally asked the Indian Army and Air Force to be ready for immediate deployment to affected areas.
The request, issued by the Assam Home Department, highlights the need for rapid rescue and relief operations as thousands of residents are stranded on rooftops and in isolated villages.
Military units are expected to provide logistical support, set up evacuation centers, and assist local authorities in restoring essential services. The Air Force may deploy helicopters for aerial surveys and medical evacuations.
Officials have urged civilians to stay alert and follow instructions from local police and disaster management authorities while the armed forces prepare to assist.
The request, issued by the Assam Home Department, highlights the need for rapid rescue and relief operations as thousands of residents are stranded on rooftops and in isolated villages.
Military units are expected to provide logistical support, set up evacuation centers, and assist local authorities in restoring essential services. The Air Force may deploy helicopters for aerial surveys and medical evacuations.
Officials have urged civilians to stay alert and follow instructions from local police and disaster management authorities while the armed forces prepare to assist.