Ferozepur, Aug. 29 -- As surging waters of the Sutlej continue to inundate large swathes, the Indian Army has ramped up its rescue and relief efforts in Ferozepur - one of the worst-affected districts - where more than 65 villages remain submerged under 5-7 feet of floodwater.

Troops of the Army's Golden Arrow Division have been conducting round-the-clock missions, evacuating over 2,000 residents, including children, elderly citizens and women. Soldiers, wading through strong currents and using boats, are also distributing food, medicines and essential relief supplies in villages such as Rukhnewala, Nihala Lavera, Dhulchike, Kaluwala, and Dheera Ghara.

Teams from the Border Security Force (BSF) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF...