SILCHAR; 22 Jun 2022: The Assam Rifles, Indian Army and Indian Airforce have showed stellar coordination and professionalism during the appealing times of Assam Flood situation. Multiple sorties of AN 32 aircraft took off from Dimapur on 22 Jun 22 to airlift flood rescue columns to Silchar city of Assam.
Srikona Battalion of Headquarter 21 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Headquarter Inspector General Assam Rifles (East) received the essential these flood relief columns to conduct live saving flood rescue missions during the unprecedented rains resulted in heavy flow of water in Barak River, flooding entire city of Silchar. Heavy rains have been lashing the city since 20 Jun 22 leaving several habitats flooded and normal traffic affected at quite a number of places.
Srikona Battalion of Assam Rifles have been carrying out intense rescue operations in conjunction with Indian Army, Indian Airforce and Civil administration. Thousands of lives of stranded people have been saved during last three days of intense rescue operations. The locals have expressed gratitude for the Assam rifles for the selfless service rendered during these difficult times of natural calamity.
