Troops of the Indian Army’s Spear Corps recovered the mortal remains of a person from a gorge nearly 250 metres below road level following an accident near Lower Tato in Arunachal Pradesh’s Shi-Yomi district.
The recovery operation was conducted on November 12 along the Siyom River, where the difficult terrain and hazardous conditions posed major challenges for the Army personnel involved in the mission.
According to the Army, the steep gradient, limited access to the accident site and the depth of the gorge made the operation particularly challenging. Despite the difficult conditions, the troops managed to reach the location and retrieve the mortal remains.
The operation required considerable physical effort, careful planning and coordination to negotiate the steep terrain and ensure that the remains were recovered safely and with dignity.
The Army said its personnel carried out the operation as part of their continued assistance to civil authorities and the local population during emergencies.
The recovery effort also highlighted the role of Army personnel in supporting local communities in remote and difficult-to-access areas of Arunachal Pradesh, where challenging geographical conditions can complicate emergency response operations.
The Spear Corps reaffirmed its commitment to extending assistance to the people of Arunachal Pradesh during emergencies and other difficult situations.
