Hyderabad: Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy praised SDRF and NDRF teams for risking their lives during rescue operations amid heavy rains and floods in Telangana. He honoured personnel from both forces for their timely response and efforts to protect people in vulnerable areas.
The minister inspected flood-hit locations in Sathupalli and Dammapeta mandals on Thursday morning. Sathupalli MLA Dr Matta Ragamayi, Aswaraopeta MLA Jare Adinarayana and Bhadradri Kothagudem District Collector Ankit accompanied him.
The team first visited Bethupalli Pedda Cheruvu in Sathupalli mandal. The minister later inspected Mallipoolavagu and Musalibandham tank areas in Dammapeta mandal. He examined the locations where breaches had occurred and reviewed the flood situation.
SDRF and NDRF teams praised for night-time rescue operations
Bethupalli tank had overflowed, while floods threatened several villages in Dammapeta mandal. SDRF and NDRF personnel responded immediately and carried out rescue operations, including during night hours.
Ponguleti appreciated their courage and dedication during the emergency. He also felicitated the personnel for their efforts to save lives under dangerous conditions.
The minister conveyed the state government’s appreciation for their commitment to duty. He said their courage and service during the crisis deserved recognition.