As torrential rains and flooding continue to disrupt normal life in Imphal and surrounding areas, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles have been at the forefront of relief and rescue efforts under the ongoing Flood Relief operation christened as ‘Operation Jal Rahat-II’.
Since 31 May 2025, Indian Army and Assam Rifles troops have been working tirelessly across multiple flood-affected localities, providing critical assistance to the population of Manipur, in certain cases without awaiting for formal requisition.
Operating under extremely challenging conditions, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles have evacuated nearly 2500 civilians to safety during the entire rescue operation.
Major evacuations took place in the town of Imphal in Wangkhei, where 778 individuals were rescued and at JNIMS Hospital, where 750 people, including 15 medical patients requiring urgent care, were safely evacuated. Continuing the efforts in Imphal, in Khitai Chingangbam Leikai, 110 civilians were brought to safety, while 115 were rescued from Laishram Leikai.
Rescue teams also evacuated 65 individuals from Lamlong and 75 from Heinjang, where operations included navigating through challenging terrain and fast flood stream due to breach in the Imphal River bund. At other locations in Imphal East and West, an additional 408 people were extricated including 179 women and 92 children. In a testament to their inclusive and compassionate approach, Army and the Assam Rifles personnel also carried out special missions to rescue three specially-abled adults from different locations.
The troops personnel not only rescued stranded civilians but also established a medical camp providing aid to over 400 civilians, simultaneously carrying out defogging operations to mitigate health hazards caused by stagnant water. Their rapid response helped prevent further deterioration of living conditions and safeguarded the health of the community.
The unprecedented floods had left the local population struggling for survival, with clean drinking water becoming an urgent necessity in the flood-ravaged village of Soibam Leikai in Imphal East. Responding swiftly to the crisis, a team led by Indian Army Officer reached the village with essential supplies and an unwavering resolve to help. Recognizing the immediate need for safe drinking water, the Army established emergency drinking water distribution points, ensuring that the residents had access to clean and potable water. Also, 5750 ltrs of fresh water was supplied to fulfill the immediate requirement.
Equipped with rescue boats, medical teams and essential relief materials, the Army troops have been operating in close coordination with Assam Rifles and civil administration. The efforts of Indian Army and Assam Rifles reflects its ethos of ‘Service Before Self’ and unwavering commitment to safeguard the lives of citizens. As flood relief operations continue, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles remain fully committed to supporting the people of Manipur during this crisis and will persist in extending every possible assistance to mitigate the impact of the ongoing natural disaster.
