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18/05/23 06:21 AM IST

Exercise Jal Rahat

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  • Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army conducted a Joint Flood Relief 'Exercise Jal Rahat' at Hagrama Bridge on Manas River, Assam to validate joint drills and coordinate preparedness by multi-agency flood relief columns.
About Exercise
  • Exercise Jal Rahat aimed to strengthen the preparedness of flood relief efforts. Recognizing the challenges posed by monsoon floods, the drill focused on improving coordination between different organizations involved in disaster response.
  • Alongside the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps, personnel from Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), and police representatives participated in the exercise.
  • A key aspect of the drill was the coordination and rehearsals conducted for rescue missions.
  • The exercise aimed to fine-tune the communication and cooperation between these teams, ensuring smooth and efficient rescue efforts during floods.
Significance
  • By conducting joint drills like Exercise Jal Rahat, the participating organizations aim to enhance their effectiveness and preparedness for flood-related emergencies.
  • Such exercises provide an opportunity for agencies to synchronize their efforts, share best practices, and address any gaps in coordination.
  • Ultimately, the goal is to ensure a well-coordinated and swift response to mitigate the impact of floods and safeguard the affected communities.
  • Another important focus of Exercise Jal Rahat was the demonstration of innovative expedients and the utilization of local resources in flood relief operations.
Source- AIR News

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