New Delhi, Oct 18: An Indian Air Force (IAF) C-130J aircraft airlifted a critically ill 30-year-old civilian from Leh to Palam in Delhi during a late-night emergency evacuation mission, the IAF said.
The patient was flown to Delhi for advanced medical care and subsequently shifted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for further treatment.
According to the IAF, the short-notice mission was carried out at night in challenging weather conditions, requiring operational preparedness, close coordination and timely execution. The evacuation highlighted the IAF’s ability to respond swiftly to critical humanitarian requirements, including emergency medical evacuations in difficult conditions.
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