Daijiworld Media Network - Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Aug 28: The Indian Army has launched large-scale rescue and relief operations in flood-affected regions of Telangana, responding swiftly to the crisis caused by relentless rains in Medak and Kamareddy districts.

Flood Relief Columns have been deployed and are working in close coordination with the Civil Administration, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), according to a statement from the Army’s Southern Command.

Engineering Task Forces are clearing debris and restoring access roads, while Army medical teams are delivering urgent care. Troops equipped with boats and rescue gear are evacuating stranded residents, distributing relief supplies, and relocating families to safer areas.

“The Indian Army remains fully committed to supporting affected communities and restoring normalcy,” the Southern Command added.

In addition, a helicopter from the Indian Air Force (IAF) may soon be pressed into service. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, contacted Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding the worsening flood situation in Kamareddy and Sircilla districts, where about 30 people are reportedly stranded. Responding promptly, the Defence Minister directed officials at Hakimpet Air Force Station to deploy an IAF helicopter for rescue operations.

Meanwhile, irrigation reservoirs across Telangana are seeing alarming inflows. The Dindi Project in Nalgonda district is under pressure as heavy rains in the catchment area swell the reservoir. Authorities remain on high alert.

The Sri Rajarajeshwara Reservoir in Rajanna Sircilla is also experiencing massive inflows, prompting officials to open 18 gates to release excess water. Residents living nearby and downstream have been advised to remain vigilant.