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Kerala govt seeks military assistance for rescue ops following Wayanad landslide
Updated On: 30 July, 2024 12:50 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | mid-day online correspondent
The deployment of the armed forces is intended to bolster current rescue efforts and offer assistance to those impacted by Wayanad landslides caused by heavy rains.
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NDRF personnel engaged in rescue operations following Wayanad landslides/ PTI
The Kerala government has asked the Defence Forces for aid with rescue operations following the deadly Wayanad landslides.
According to a Defence PRO, a team of 43 personnel, commanded by the Second-in-Command of the 122 Infantry Battalion (TA) MADRAS, has been summoned to assist with the rescue attempts. This team consists of a Medical Officer, two Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs), and 40 soldiers who are all prepared to provide essential help in the impacted area, reported PTI.
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