A hybrid mission was undertaken to rescue people stranded near the Kotmale area. A specially trained guide was winched down from the helicopter into an inaccessible location and then guided the stranded tourists and others to a pre-designated helipad.
Indian Air Force MI 17 helicopters carry out rescue mission
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