Imphal, June 1 -- A joint team of the Indian Army and Assam Rifles successfully rescued around 1,000 people, including women, children, and elderly individuals, from flood-affected areas in Imphal West and Imphal East districts on Saturday, marking the first day of Operation Jal Rahat-2, according to a defense statement.

The rescue mission was launched after the Imphal River overflowed and breached its embankments at two locations in Imphal East, leaving thousands homeless.

Responding to urgent requests for assistance from the Deputy Commissioner, the joint forces evacuated approximately 1,000 people, including 10 to 20 differently-abled and elderly individuals. All evacuees were safely relocated to higher ground and secure locations. O...