NDRF rescue operations
Indian Air Force Airlifts 65-Tonne Bailey Bridge to Sri Lanka in Massive Cyclone Ditwah Relief Operation
Dec 04, 2025 10:42 am CST
India's Operation Sagar Bandhu delivers critical humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah, including a 65-tonne Bailey Bridge airlifted by IAF C-17, while NDRF teams continue rescue operations in flood-affected areas where over 400 people have lost their lives.
India's Operation Sagar Bandhu: Providing Critical Relief to Sri Lanka After Cyclone Ditwah Devastation
Dec 02, 2025 12:35 pm CST
India has launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka following the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah. With over 400 people dead or missing, Indian forces are conducting rescue operations and delivering essential supplies, earning heartfelt gratitude from Sri Lankan citizens who publicly acknowledged India's rapid response and critical aid during this catastrophic flooding disaster.
Heroic Doctor Ziplines Across Gorge to Treat Landslide Victims in West Bengal
Oct 08, 2025 02:36 pm CST
A dedicated medical professional in West Bengal risked his life by traversing a deep gorge via zipline to provide critical care to patients isolated by devastating landslides. Dr. Irfan Molla, Nagrakata's Block Medical Officer, used specialized safety equipment to reach Bamandanga village after roads were destroyed. This act of extraordinary commitment occurred amidst severe flooding that has claimed 28 lives in northern West Bengal, with rescue operations ongoing across the affected regions.
Darjeeling Bridge Collapse: Residents Recount Midnight Disaster That Claimed 20 Lives
Oct 06, 2025 01:20 am CST
Residents of Darjeeling share their harrowing experiences of a devastating bridge collapse that occurred at 2:30 am following heavy rainfall, resulting in 20 fatalities and isolating several villages. The Dudhia iron bridge connecting Mirik and Kurseong collapsed along with two houses, prompting NDRF deployment and a response from Prime Minister Modi promising assistance to affected areas.