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IAF Responds Rapidly to Uttarakhand Flash Floods, Airlifts Civilians and Supplies in Key HADR Operation

After flash floods hit Uttarakhand’s Harsil‑Dharali valley, the Indian Air Force mounted a swift HADR mission, rescuing 226 civilians and delivering 20 tonnes of critical relief.
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Harsil‑Dharali: As severe flash floods ravaged Uttarakhand’s Harsil‑Dharali valley, the Indian Air Force (IAF) exemplified its rapid-response readiness by mounting a robust humanitarian operation. The mission involved deploying Chinook and Mi‑17V5 helicopters, along with C‑295 and AN‑32 transport aircraft, resulting in the successful rescue of 226 civilians and the delivery of 20 tonnes of essential relief supplies.

Airlift Precision Amid Crisis

In response to the flash floods, the IAF swiftly activated its aerial logistics capability:

  • Chinook & Mi‑17V5 helicopters were deployed for immediate search-and-rescue and relief tasks.
  • C‑295 and AN‑32 aircraft supported bulk transport operations, ensuring quicker aid delivery to cut-off zones.
  • The operation facilitated the evacuation and safety of 226 civilians trapped by sudden inundation.

This high-tempo effort was bolstered by deployment of 130 personnel from the NDRF, SDRF, and IAF, highlighting a seamless joint response posture.

Also Read: Indian Army Intensifies Rescue Ops in Dharali & Gangotri, 225+ Troops Deployed, Air Evacuations Begin

Substantial Relief Delivered

To stabilize conditions on the ground and support ongoing rescue efforts, the IAF airlifted 20 tonnes of critical relief materials—ranging from food and water to medical aid and emergency kits—demonstrating the force’s logistic strength and agility under duress.

IAF’s Continuing Humanitarian Commitment

This action reaffirms the IAF’s broader role beyond combat operations: as a dependable lifesaver in peacetime crises. Its ability to scale rescue operations rapidly, deploying advanced platforms and coordinating multi-agency efforts reflects the ethos of service embodied in its motto, “Touch the Sky with Glory.”

Also Read: Army Leads Massive Rescue Effort in Uttarakhand Landslide; 70+ Rescued, Relief Ops Ongoing in Dharali


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