26 NDRF Teams Mobilize for Flood Rescue Operations in Andhra, Telangana

Twenty-six National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams are being deployed for flood relief and rescue operations in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, officials said Monday. While 12 teams are already deployed in the two neighbouring states, 14 more are being dispatched, they said.

Torrential rains battered the two states for the second consecutive day, resulting in at least 10 more fatalities, flooding and waterlogging in several areas, and disruptions to road and rail traffic on Sunday.

Flood Relief Efforts

The NDRF teams are equipped with inflatable boats, pole and tree cutters, and basic medical aid tools, they said. Out of the 14 teams, eight are being airlifted from various locations across the country, the officials said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy and assured them of all possible help from the central government to deal with rains and floods.

Impact on Transportation

As many as 99 trains were cancelled, four trains were partially cancelled, and 54 were diverted due to heavy rains and waterlogging over tracks at multiple locations on the South Central Railway network, an SCR official said.

Rivers in both states were in spate and thousands of people were evacuated by national and state disaster response forces from flooded areas to relief camps.

The continuous downpour has caused significant disruptions in daily life. Flooding has led to severe waterlogging in multiple regions, making transportation difficult. The authorities are working tirelessly to manage the situation and provide necessary aid to those affected.

The NDRF's swift deployment aims to mitigate further damage and ensure the safety of residents. Their efforts include rescuing stranded individuals and providing essential medical assistance where needed.

The central government's assurance of support highlights the seriousness of the situation. Coordination between state and national agencies is crucial for effective disaster management during such emergencies.

Efforts are ongoing to restore normalcy as quickly as possible. The focus remains on ensuring that affected individuals receive timely help and that infrastructure is repaired promptly.

The situation remains critical as authorities continue to monitor weather conditions closely. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow official guidelines for their safety.