Thiruvananthapuram: on demand from the state government to help civil administration in disaster management in the affected areas of the flood, the Indian Air Force and Indian soldiers placed in this country have mobilized their assets in Kottayam, Idukki and Pathanamthitta.
MI-17 helicopters and nests are standby to meet the requirements in Sulu Airbase.
Because of bad weather, it cannot be operated until late at night.
All bases under the South Air Command have been placed on high warnings considering the prevalent weather situation, the Defense Department statement said.
The Indian army has deployed personnel from Pangode’s military lap to the flood-affected areas.
One column consisting of one officer, two Junior Commanders officers and 30 other army personnel rankings have moved to Kanjirappally in Kottayam along with two ships with rigid petrol rubber boats and other equipment under the main leadership of Abin Paul.
Meanwhile, all police forces in the state have been asked to be ready to be involved in rescue operations in the worst district.
Service 112 Police emergency numbers have been made all the time to provide assistance.
All district police chiefs have been asked to open up control rooms and take important important actions in coordination because of district collectors and district disaster management authorities.
The National Police Chief has provided direction to provide adequate security for all aid camps and also for all river river residents.