Braving Challenging Weather, Indian Navy Rescues Critically Ill 4-Yr-Old Child from Lakshadweep to Kochi
A four-year-old critically ill child was airlifted by the Indian Navy in a night-time medical evacuation from Agatti Island in Lakshadweep to Kochi on 27 August.
The evacuation was carried out by a Navy Dornier aircraft after the Union Territory administration of Lakshadweep sought urgent assistance. The aircraft took off from INS Garuda at 1:20 am despite challenging weather conditions.
By 5:45 am, the child was safely brought to Kochi and rushed to a civil hospital for immediate neurosurgery treatment. Officials said the quick response highlighted the Navy’s readiness to extend support in emergencies, living up to its commitment of being available “anytime, anywhere.”
The successful operation once again underscored the crucial role played by the armed forces in ensuring timely medical support in remote island territories.
