Indian Navy Rescue Operations in Full Swing in Flood-Hit Chennai

Here’s how the Indian Navy launched rescue operations on a war footing in Chennai.

Indian Navy men preparing for rescue operations in Chennai. (Photo: ANI screengrab)

Officers of the Indian Navy today marked the 44th Indian Navy day by rescuing victims of flood-ravaged Chennai.

In its ongoing rescue operation it has deployed its amphibious warship Airavat adding to the massive relief operation in Chennai.

The warship is suited for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations and carries 20 divers and five Gemini boats, in addition to four landing craft and two boats that are part of the ship. The Navy has also started a 24-hour helpline, unmanned aerial vehicles and three flood relief teams.