In scenes that could easily be mistaken for an action blockbuster, the Indian Air Force conducted a daring rescue operation yesterday to save the lives of ten people who were stranded after heavy rainfall in Andhra Pradesh.
A dramatic video of the winching operation shows men clinging to a JCB earthmover as the violent waters of a river swirl dangerously around after incessant downpour.
A man can be seen using a zipline after which he is rescued by IAF's Mi-17 helicopter while others wait, hoping to be rescued.
The rescue was a stunning display of bravery as rain fury unfolds in Andhra Pradesh where 17 people have been reported dead and over 100 are missing after floods.
Many people have been reported to be stuck in various areas. National and state disaster relief teams have been deployed to handle the situation and rescue operations are in full swing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy over phone yesterday and inquired about the situation in the state. Today, the Chief Minister will undertake an aerial survey of the flood-hit districts, his office said.
Andhra Teen Was Pushed Off Bridge By Mother's Lover. Here's How She Saved Herself Watch: Andhra Cops Arrange A Crane To Help Students Reach Exam Centre Amid Floods Watch: Blue Whale Washes Ashore In Rain-Hit Andhra Pradesh 'Entire NEET Paper Solved In 45 Minutes Before Exam?': Top Court To Centre "Had God On My Side": Donald Trump Recounts Being Shot At During Rally 32 Dead In Bangladesh Unrest, Protesters Set Fire To State TV Headquarters "Every Time I Try To Eat Healthy" - Video Creator's Editing Skills Amaze Internet Watch: Comedian's Wholesome Interaction With Indian-Origin Woman Is Viral Donald Trump Accepts Republican Nomination Amid Chants Of USA From Crowd Track Latest News Live on NDTV.com and get news updates from India and around the world.