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Eight villagers were successfully rescued by Indian Air Force helicopters after being trapped in floods for over 26 hours. The rescue operation involved close coordination between state disaster management officials and central government ministers. Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar played a key role in mobilizing defence resources for the emergency operation. Meanwhile, state authorities continued relief efforts in other flood-affected areas of Telangana.

Key Points: IAF Helicopters Rescue 8 Villagers Trapped in Telangana Floods

  • IAF helicopters deployed for flood rescue in Rajanna Sircilla district
  • Villagers trapped near Upper Maneru Project while grazing cattle
  • Union Minister Bandi Sanjay coordinated with Defence Ministry for swift response
  • Drones delivered essential food items to stranded men before rescue
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Eight men trapped in Telangana floods airlifted

Indian Air Force helicopters airlift eight men stranded for 26 hours in Rajanna Sircilla floods after coordinated rescue efforts by state and central governments.

"The eight men who were stranded for over 26 hours were successfully airlifted - Arvind Kumar, Special Chief Secretary"

Hyderabad, Aug 28

Two helicopters of the Indian Air Force rescued eight villagers trapped in floods in Rajanna Sircilla district on Thursday.

The villagers were stranded in the floods near the Upper Maneru Project, Gambhiraopet Mandal, since Wednesday.

Arvind Kumar, Special Chief Secretary, Disaster Management, Government of Telangana, said the eight men who were stranded for over 26 hours were successfully airlifted by Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters.

He said the state government coordinated closely with the Union Minister of State for Home, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Telangana and Andhra Sub Area (TASA) and Air Force Station, Hakimpet.

Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar had requested Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to send IAF helicopters for the relief and rescue operations.

Bandi Sanjay thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for their swift response in deploying helicopters. He also thanked IAF Commodore, VS Saini and team for their efficient coordination of the operation.

Bandi Sanjay had earlier reached out to Defence Ministry officials regarding the movement of Army helicopters to Telangana and requested their deployment at the earliest to strengthen rescue operations.

The Central minister said the two helicopters will remain stationed at Sircilla to provide immediate assistance as required.

He spoke to one of the trapped persons over the phone on Wednesday and assured full support to rescue them.

These men had gone to graze cattle but were stranded in floods.

Collector Sandeep Kumar Jha and SP Mahesh B. Gite said that essential food items were delivered using drones to the trapped men.

The Minister of State said National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams were extending full cooperation to the Telangana government in evacuation and relief efforts.

Meanwhile, State Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha visited flood-affected areas in Ramayampet in Medak district. He met the victims and inspected submerged colonies.

He directed officials to shift people to safer places and provide essentials like food, clothes and bed sheets.

Rescue teams of Revenue, Police and Disaster Management saved 60 people trapped in floods.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Using drones to deliver food items is innovative thinking! Glad to see technology being used effectively in rescue operations. Hope the cattle are safe too 🐄
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Sarah B
While the rescue operation was successful, we need better flood warning systems in these areas. These villagers risk their lives daily for livelihood. Government should invest in early warning infrastructure.
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Arjun K
Salute to our IAF pilots! Flying helicopters in flood conditions requires incredible skill and courage. These unsung heroes deserve our gratitude 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Good to see politicians actually working together during crises instead of playing blame games. This is how governance should work - putting people first!
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Kavya N
Heartwarming to see the minister speaking directly to trapped persons and assuring support. That psychological support must have given them hope during those terrifying 26 hours ❤️

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