New Delhi, July 25: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has rescued 170 stranded people in flood-affected areas of Daman, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and South Gujarat, carrying out 11 rescue operations since the night of 22 July 2026 amid incessant rainfall, severe flooding and extremely challenging weather conditions.

Working in close coordination with the civil administration, the Coast Guard deployed helicopters, rescue teams and boats to evacuate stranded civilians from inundated residential, industrial and coastal areas.

Rescue Operations Began on July 22 Night

The operations commenced during the intervening night of 22–23 July, when Coast Guard teams rescued five stranded persons from Khanvel in Silvassa.

This was followed by the successful evacuation of three fishermen trapped along the flooded riverbank in the Kadaiya coastal area.

60 People Rescued from Flooded Industrial Area

One of the largest rescue missions was carried out during the night of 23–24 July, when 60 people stranded in the flood-hit Welspun Industrial Area were safely evacuated after road connectivity was completely cut off due to rising floodwaters.

Multiple Rescue Missions Across South Gujarat

The Coast Guard subsequently carried out several more rescue operations, including:

  • Rescue of seven people from a bus stranded near Aero Fibre Pvt. Ltd.
  • Evacuation of 10 people from Dongri.
  • Helicopter rescue of four stranded persons from the Valsad-Pardi area.
  • Overnight evacuation of eight people from the Reliance Industries area.

Pregnant Woman and Medical Emergencies Evacuated

In another critical mission, Coast Guard teams rescued 10 people from the Avadh Society area, including:

  • A nine-month pregnant woman.
  • A woman suffering from respiratory distress.

Both were safely evacuated and provided timely access to medical care.

Helicopters Airlift 33 Villagers

On 24 July, two Indian Coast Guard helicopters successfully airlifted 33 stranded residents from Mendar Village in Navsari district.

Among those rescued was a person suffering from severe chest pain, who received urgent medical assistance after evacuation.

Operations Continue Despite Extreme Weather

Despite relentless rainfall, strong currents and hazardous operating conditions, Coast Guard personnel continued rescue operations without interruption.

The service said the operations reflect its motto, “Vayam Rakshamah” (We Protect), reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding lives during natural disasters.

High State of Operational Readiness

The Indian Coast Guard said it remains in close coordination with the civil administration and continues to maintain a high state of operational readiness to respond swiftly to any further emergencies arising from the ongoing flood situation in western India.