Siliguri, Dec 9 (Reporter) The Advanced Flood Monitoring System (AFMS), developed by the Trishakti Sappers of the Indian Army’s Eastern Command, has won accolades at Inno Yodha, a national-level competition promoting innovative solutions for defense and disaster management. The AFMS was inspired by the devastating Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in the Teesta River in Sikkim in October 2023. The natural disaster killed many lives and swept them away down to the river basin in Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal. Led by Hav Suresh PK of the Engineer Regiment, the system tracks water levels in real time and provides early SMS alerts to facilitate swift disaster response. Using cutting-edge technology, the AFMS integrates a microcontroller, UV sensor, and GSM module, employing the SONAR principle to deliver accurate, timely warnings. It is a critical step toward safeguarding troops and the people of Sikkim from future disasters. This award-winning innovation showcases the Indian Army’s commitment to leveraging technology for the safety and well-being of communities while enhancing disaster preparedness...////...