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Odisha Ramps Up Flood Rescue, Air-Drops Planned for Affected Districts
Authorities in Odisha are intensifying rescue operations and preparing to air-drop essential food supplies to thousands affected by floods in Ganjam and Gajapati districts.
Odisha authorities have significantly increased rescue operations following widespread flooding, with a particular focus on the districts of Ganjam and Gajapati. The intensified efforts come as an estimated 50,000 people in Ganjam have been affected by the deluge, which is a consequence of recent cyclone activity.
In response to the challenging conditions, the state is making arrangements to air-drop crucial food supplies to communities cut off by the floodwaters. Defence helicopters are being mobilised for this purpose, ensuring that essential provisions reach those in isolated regions.
The Indian Coast Guard has been assigned a pivotal role in these relief operations. Their mandate includes airlifting residents who have become stranded due to the flooding, as well as delivering food packets to parts of Ganjam that have become inaccessible by ground routes.
These coordinated actions underscore the state's commitment to mitigating the impact of the floods and providing timely assistance to the affected population. The focus remains on rapid deployment of resources to ensure the safety and well-being of the thousands impacted across the two districts.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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