IAF to help Karnataka govt put out fire in Bandipur Tiger Reserve

The Indian Air Force is set to join the operations to contain the forest fire raging in Bandipur Tiger Reserve area in Karnataka for the past five days, Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy said Monday.

The state government has sought the help of the Indian Air Force (IAF), which responded positively, he said.

In a tweet, the chief minister said, "Decided to use Air Force's help to contain the fire. The Air Force Chief was contacted and a request was placed for immediate help. The Air Force Chief has responded positively and preparations are on for the operation."