Jammu and Kashmir| Major fire disaster averted by Indian Army

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UDHAMPUR: On the request of civil adm , a rapidly emerging fire disaster for the villagers of Bainth, Panchayat Charrat was promptly addressed by troops of Udhampur Military Garrison on the night of 26 Apr 2022.

Army units of 71 Sub Area under HQ Northern Command despatched fire tenders and fire fighters of Defence Fire Services along with quick reaction team ensuring timely containment of the forest fire rapidly approaching the Village.

The fire is now under control. Close liaison and coordination between civil administration and military, complemented by undaunted and valiant efforts of the troops on ground averted a major disaster for the Villagers.

As always Northern Command is always commited for the welfare and wellbeing of awam of J&K.