Arunachal: Army saves two women from drowning in Siyom river

Two local women were trapped at the junction of Siyom and Pitgong Rivers due to a sudden increase in the water level of both the rivers near Kaying Village, West Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday.

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"On being informed by villagers from Kaying Village, a team a nearby Army Camp immediately launched an operation to save the two women," an official said.

Sensing time criticality, the soldiers displayed ingenuity and exemplary courage by improvising a raft with tubes and bamboos for rescuing them. he added.

"The people of the area have lauded the prompt action, bravery and presence of mind displayed by the Indian Army Rescue Team," the official added.

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