A cardiac patient was successfully rescued from the flood-affected Sammoval village near Ajnala by a dedicated army relief team amid severe flooding in Punjab.
Chandigarh: A woman suffering from a serious heart condition was rescued by the Kharga Sappers flood relief team from Sammoval village, located near Ajnala, according to a Defence Public Relations Officer (PRO) on Wednesday.
The woman, who was bedridden and unable to move, presented a significant challenge for the evacuation team. Due to the extensive flooding, boats were unable to reach her home, necessitating a foot-based rescue operation.
Upon reaching her residence, the team carefully placed her on her bed and carried it on their shoulders for nearly 300 meters to a waiting boat. This method of transport was crucial in ensuring her safe evacuation.
After the successful transfer to the boat, the woman was transported along with her husband and daughter in a Tatra vehicle to Amritsar. There, she was handed over to her relatives for further medical attention.
The Defence PRO emphasized that the swift action and unwavering commitment of the flood relief team were instrumental in the patient’s safe evacuation. This incident highlights the dedication of army personnel engaged in relief operations throughout Punjab during the ongoing flooding crisis.
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