Aid to Civil Authorities – Rescue Operation in Bhutan by Indian Army Phuentsholing, Bhutan | 05 October 2025 Amidst unprecedented floods triggered by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, incessant rainfall led to the swelling of the Torsa River, inundating vast areas across West Bengal and Bhutan. Responding swiftly to an emergency evacuation request on 05 October 2025, the Indian Army launched two helicopters from Sevoke Road Aviation Base to undertake a critical rescue mission in the Phuentsholing area of Bhutan. Braving marginal weather conditions and low visibility, the Army Aviation pilots conducted an aerial reconnaissance before skillfully landing in challenging terrain to evacuate stranded civilians to safety. A senior military official remarked: > "The Indian Army remains ever ready to assist civil authorities in times of crisis. This operation reflects our deep commitment to humanitarian values and the enduring friendship between India and Bhutan." The successful mission highlights the Indian Army’s commitment to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, exemplifying its ethos of Service Before Self while further strengthening bilateral cooperation and goodwill between the two nations.