In a swift and challenging rescue operation on 3rd September 2025, the Border Security Force (BSF) evacuated 47 civilians from Village Fattu Kotli in Akhnoor, Jammu, after heavy flooding cut off the area. Rising water levels of the Chenab river left dozens stranded, prompting immediate intervention by the BSF.Two helicopters were deployed to airlift men, women, and children trapped in the submerged village. The operation was carried out under extreme weather conditions, showcasing BSF’s unwavering commitment to saving lives beyond their call of duty.Officials confirmed that the rescued civilians have been shifted to safer locations while flood alerts remain in force across low-lying villages in Jammu. Relief operations are ongoing with coordination between BSF, civil administration, and disaster response teams.This mission highlights BSF’s dual role in safeguarding borders and extending humanitarian assistance during national crises.
