Kohima: Responding to an urgent appeal for assistance, the Indian Navy has airlifted a specialised team from Visakhapatnam to aid in the rescue of miners trapped in Umrangso, Dima Hasao district, Assam.
The team, comprising one officer and eleven sailors, includes highly skilled Clearance Divers trained in deep-depth diving and recovery operations.
Equipped with advanced gear, including underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and deep diving equipment, the team arrived on the evening of January 7, 2025, and immediately began operations at the site.
The rescue mission is being conducted in close coordination with the Indian Army, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and the local civil administration to ensure a swift and effective response.
Intensive search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with constant information exchange among all agencies involved to facilitate smooth operations.
PRO Defence Kohima reaffirmed its commitment to responding promptly in times of crisis, demonstrating its resolve to safeguard lives and support the nation in emergencies.
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