Indian Army Restores NH-144A, Reconnects Flood-Hit Villages, Delivers Medical Aid in Poonch

White Knight Corps clears highway blocked by school wall collapse, rebuilds damaged bridge in three hours with BRO, reaches isolated villagers through improvised crossing after flash floods

Srinagar, July 21: In a series of swift humanitarian assistance operations following heavy rainfall and flash floods in the Rajouri–Poonch region, the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps restored traffic on the strategic NH-144A, re-established connectivity to flood-hit villages within hours and provided emergency medical aid to isolated residents, reaffirming its commitment to supporting civilian populations during natural disasters. (JKNS)

In a series of swift humanitarian assistance operations across the Rajouri – Poonch region, troops of White Knight Corps responded promptly to emergencies caused by heavy rainfall, flash floods and infrastructure damage, reaffirming the Indian Army’s commitment to serving local communities during times of need.

At Jaran Wali Gali, Poonch the boundary wall of PM SHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya collapsed onto several parked vehicles, creating an immediate hazard and disrupting movement on NH-144A. Troops of White Knight Corps reached the site without delay and, using specialised equipment, cleared the debris, extricated the trapped vehicles and assisted local residents. Their coordinated efforts helped restore traffic on the national highway and prevented further inconvenience to commuters and the surrounding population.

In another operation near Khari Karmara, Poonch, heavy rains and strong currents damaged a vital bridge and disrupted local connectivity. Personnel of the White Knight Corps, in close coordination with 79 RCC (BRO) and local residents, undertook urgent restoration work.

Despite difficult weather and challenging ground conditions, the damaged link was restored within three hours, reconnecting the affected community and enabling the resumption of essential movement. The operation highlighted effective civil-military cooperation and the collective resolve to restore normalcy at the earliest.

Meanwhile, following a flash flood at Dara Sangla, Poonch an iron bridge was washed away, isolating the village and restricting access to medical care. An Indian Army Medical Team crossed the flooded nala using an improvised wooden log bridge and reached the affected residents.

The team conducted rapid triage, provided emergency first aid, treated an injured civilian and administered essential medicines to women, children and other villagers. The timely intervention helped stabilise the injured and prevented further health complications.
These operations demonstrated the Indian Army’s preparedness, professionalism and humanitarian ethos under demanding and hazardous circumstances.

Through rapid rescue, restoration and medical assistance, troops ensured public safety, restored critical connectivity and extended timely support to affected families.

The coordinated response also reinforced the enduring bond of trust between the Indian Army, civil agencies and local communities across the region.