Samba, July 5: Five persons trapped in the swollen waters of the Basantar River in Samba were rescued safely by Samba Police on Sunday after a prompt and coordinated rescue operation.
According to police, Police Station Samba received information that five individuals had become stranded in the strong currents of the flooded Basantar River behind the police station following a sudden rise in the river’s water level.
Acting immediately, SHO Police Station Samba, Inspector Parvaiz Ahmed Khanday, rushed to the spot along with his team and launched a rescue operation. The operation was carried out 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 swift planning, coordinated teamwork and determined efforts, the police team successfully rescued all five stranded persons from the flooded river without any loss of life.
Police officials said the timely intervention and effective coordination among supervisory officers and the rescue team ensured the safe evacuation of all those trapped in the river.
SSP Samba, Anuj Kumar, commended the leadership of the Additional SP and DySP Headquarters, as well as the courage and professionalism displayed by SHO Inspector Parvaiz Ahmed Khanday and his team. He appreciated their dedication and prompt response in carrying out the successful rescue operation and saving five precious lives.
