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The Indian Army has successfully conducted the Multilateral Annual Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise code named  ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024′.

The two-day exercise was concluded on 19th of November 2024 at Ahmedabad and Porbandar.

The Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi was at the locations which showcased India’s disaster response readiness.

In a release issued by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), this exercise conducted by the Konark Corps of Southern Command of Indian Army.

The inaugural event of the exercise at Ahmedabad on 18th November 2024 featured a Table Top Exercise, focusing on the theme of ‘Cyclone in Coastal Region of Gujarat’. Representatives from National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority (GSDMA), Meteorological Department and FICCI attended the event along with Indian Armed Forces officials.

The second day witnessed Multi-Agency Capability Demonstration held at Chowpatty Beach at Porbandar on 19 November 24.

The Multi-Agency Capability Demonstration featured various agencies practicing coordinated logistics, rapid response and effective disaster management strategies in a simulated cyclone scenario.

This event highlighted the collaborative efforts of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Airforce, Indian Coast Guard, National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force & other Central & State Agencies in addressing natural disasters.

The demonstration started with Requisition for the Armed Forces from civil administration.

Multi Agency recce and surveillance was carried out of the affected area, post which personnel were inserted for carrying out rescue operations.

Casualty evacuation was demonstrated with assistance from the assets fielded during the exercise. The demonstration culminated with ‘Resuscitation and Rehabilitation’ of affected citizens.

Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff lauded all participants for their efforts and dedication for organising this professionally conducted exercise and executing it with excellence and finesse.

The COAS reinforced India’s commitment to Global Humanitarian Efforts wherein it has consistently emerged as a beacon of hope and assistance to many across the world in times of their crisis, in extending vital assistance to Nations as well as peoples in distress.

“The Indian Armed Forces”, he said, “has in recent years, played a pivotal role in disaster relief operations, including search and rescue missions, provision of humanitarian aid and medical support”.

The COAS also commended participants from Indian Industries, who had showcased indigenous HADR equipment, in line with the Government’s vision of a developed, self-reliant India.

Exercise ‘Sanyukt Vimochan’2024’ recorded significant participation nine friendly foreign countries from the Gulf Cooperation Council, Indian Ocean Region and South East Asia.