Examiner Bureau | Samba:
Five persons stranded in the swollen waters of the Basantar River in Samba district were rescued safely by the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday following a swift and well-coordinated rescue operation.
According to police, Police Station Samba received information that five individuals had become trapped in the strong currents of the flooded Basantar River behind the police station after a sudden rise in the river’s water level.
Acting promptly, Station House Officer (SHO) of Police Station Samba, Inspector Parvaiz Ahmed Khanday, rushed to the spot along with his team and immediately launched a rescue operation.
The operation was conducted under the directions of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Samba, Anuj Kumar, and under the close supervision of the Additional Superintendent of Police and Deputy Superintendent of Police (Headquarters), Samba, who remained at the site to monitor and coordinate the rescue efforts.
Despite strong currents and challenging conditions, Inspector Khanday personally led the operation. Through meticulous planning, coordinated teamwork and determined efforts, the police team successfully rescued all five stranded persons without any loss of life.
Police officials said the timely response and seamless coordination among the supervisory officers and the rescue team played a crucial role in ensuring the safe evacuation of those trapped in the flooded river.
SSP Samba Anuj Kumar lauded the leadership of the Additional SP and DySP Headquarters, as well as the courage, professionalism and commitment displayed by Inspector Parvaiz Ahmed Khanday and his team. He commended their prompt action and dedication in carrying out the successful rescue operation, which helped save five lives.
