Major General Rakesh Manocha, SM, VSM, General Officer Commanding of the Telangana & Andhra Sub Area, held a significant meeting with the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Nara Chandra Babu Naidu, at the state secretariat. The discussions primarily centered around the successful flood relief operations recently conducted by Indian Army columns in the flood-hit regions of Vijayawada and Kakinada.
During the meeting, Chief Minister Naidu expressed his deep appreciation for the Indian Army’s swift and effective response during the flood crisis. He praised the tireless efforts of the Army personnel in rescuing affected civilians, providing essential aid, and restoring normalcy in the flood-ravaged areas. The relief operations demonstrated the Army’s unwavering commitment to public service, earning widespread admiration across the state.
Apart from the flood relief efforts, the meeting also covered key issues regarding the welfare of veterans residing in Andhra Pradesh. Major General Manocha and Chief Minister Naidu discussed ongoing initiatives aimed at improving support and services for veterans and their families, reaffirming the government’s commitment to their well-being.
In addition to meeting with the Chief Minister, Major General Manocha also met with the Managing Director of the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority. He was briefed on the disaster preparedness measures and ongoing efforts to enhance the state’s disaster management capabilities. A subsequent visit to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) provided further insights into the state’s readiness to respond to future emergencies.
The series of meetings emphasized the strong collaboration between the Indian Army and the state government in disaster management and veteran welfare, underlining the motto of Service Before Self that guides the Army’s actions in both times of crisis and peace.
