Naval Helicopter Deployed in Rescue and Relief Operations at Kadapa District

Based on a request from the State Administration, the Indian Navy deployed a Seaking Helicopter from INS Dega, Visakhapatnam to join the Rescue and Relief Operations in flood-affected areas in Kadapa District on 19 November 2021. The Helicopter undertook an aerial survey of the affected areas and provided relief/ assistance as desired by the District Administration. The naval helicopter deployed for the Rescue and Relief Operations undertook airdrop of drinking water to marooned groups of people in five different locations between Annamaya and Nandallur in close coordination with the District Officials. The helicopter crew also interacted with the Hon'ble CM at Kadapa Airport and briefed him on the relief operations.