Rajnath reviews preparations of Indian Navy in view of Cyclone ‘VAYU’

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New Delhi : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on June 13, 2019, reviewed the preparedness of Indian Navy along the Maharashtra and  Gujarat coast in view of the approaching Cyclone Vayu at Naval Headquarters, New Delhi. He was briefed about the ability and readiness of various assets of Headquarters Western Naval Command (HQWNC) that have been made ready to be  deployed to the affected areas in case of requirement.

The Western Naval Command, Mumbai, is closely monitoring the developing situation. IN Ships Chennai, Gomati and Deepak at Mumbai have been embarked with HADR/ Relief Material, and are ready to be deployed at short notice. In addition, 5,000 litres of drinking water is also being embarked on board IN ships.

Seven IN aircraft and three helicopters are standby for deployment. Two Diving & Rescue teams and three Medical teams are ready to render necessary assistance. Preparations have been undertaken to set up community kitchen at Dwarka and Porbandar. Aircraft and helicopters will be deployed for the damage assessment and Search and Rescue operations as required, according to a PIB release.