Bastar Faces Disaster as Relentless Rain Causes Disconnection and Calls for Military Rescue

The Bastar division is reeling from the effects of torrential rainfall that has persisted for two days. The deluge has led to significant disruption, with roads inundated, bridges washed away, and rivers surging beyond their banks. Many villages are now underwater. Infrastructure damage has isolated the district headquarters, leading local administration to mobilize all available resources. The army has initiated rescue operations to address the crisis. Indian Air Force helicopters are actively engaged in delivering aid and rescuing people trapped in the affected areas. The Chief Minister, while abroad, has conveyed their worry about the dire situation unfolding in Bastar.