Pakistan Navy Helicopter Conducts Critical Flood Rescue Missions in Sri Lanka
In a powerful display of immediate regional solidarity, the Pakistan Navy deployed its aerial assets to assist Sri Lanka with critical, life-saving operations following the devastating floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
The swift intervention focused on reaching communities isolated by the rapidly rising floodwaters and landslides, where ground access was impossible.
Rapid Deployment of Air Power
A Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) operating in the region was immediately tasked to divert its mission and commence Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations. The ship’s onboard helicopter, piloted by Pakistani forces, was the focal point of the rescue effort.
These aircrews operated under challenging weather conditions to:
Extract Stranded Citizens: Conduct aerial maneuvers to winch victims from rooftops and inaccessible areas.
Deliver Emergency Supplies: Transport urgent medical and communication equipment to cut-off locations.
Saving Lives in Remote Areas
The helicopter crews were instrumental in rescuing multiple stranded individuals and families. In one notable instance, the Pakistan Navy helicopter successfully rescued a family that had been stranded for several days without aid, underscoring the vital, time-critical nature of the aerial support provided.
This intervention highlights Pakistan’s commitment to standing with Sri Lankan brethren not only through humanitarian aid but also through immediate, life-saving support in times of extreme crisis.
