24 airlifted in Rajasthan as rains create flood-like scene

Baran and nearby areas have been witnessing heavy rains since Friday

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Press Trust of India Jaipur
Last Updated : Aug 20 2016 | 6:43 PM IST
At least 24 people were airlifted on Saturday in Rajasthan's Baran district and nearby areas where heavy rains have created a flood-like situation.

Several villages are inundated with water entering buildings, houses and a private power plant in Baran.

"Many villagers had climbed trees amid gushing waters and were waiting for help. A MI-17 V5 helicopter from Air Force Station in Phalodi carried out a rescue operation and rescued 24 people from seven different locations," Defence spokesperson Lt Col Manish Ojha said.

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The rescue effort will continue, he said.

Baran and nearby areas have been witnessing heavy rains since Friday.
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First Published: Aug 20 2016 | 6:22 PM IST

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