Mann Ki Baat: Modi hails jawans, NDRF for playing 'exemplary' role in Kerala relief and rescue ops
New Delhi, Aug 26 (IBNS): In the wake of the massive Kerala floods, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the armed forces and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) of the country for playing an 'exemplary' role in the relief and rescue operations in the flood ravaged state.
During his address on 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said, "We know that jawans of our armed forces are the vanguards of rescue & relief operations in Kerala. They have left no stone unturned as saviors of those trapped in the floods. The Air Force, Navy, Army, BSF, CISF, RAF, every agency has played an exemplary role in the rescue & relief operations."
Praising the NDRF, Modi said: "I would like to specially mention the arduous endeavors of the NDRF daredevils. At this moment of hardship&agony, their service stands out as a shining example. The capability, commitment & controlling situation through rapid decisions of the NDRF have made them a cynosure of every Indian’s eye, worthy of respect & admiration."
He also assured the people of Kerala that the entire nation is with the state.
"Our sympathies are with those families who lost their loved ones. Loss of lives cannot be compensated, but I assure the grief-stricken families that in this moment of suffering& misery, a hundred & twenty five crore Indians stand by them, shoulder to shoulder. I earnestly pray for those injured in this natural disaster to get well soon. I firmly believe that the sheer grit and courage of the people of the state will see Kerala rise again," said he.
Modi also informed that irrespective of any age bars, the entire country is contributing towards the Kerala relief funds generously.
" Irrespective of age group or area of work, people are contributing. Everyone is trying to ensure speedy mitigation of the sufferings people in Kerala are going through, in fact sharing their pain," said he.
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