‘Bambi bucket’ ops, ₹67 lakh losses: IAF steps in as Himachal battles massive forest fire in Kasauli
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed helicopters with 'Bambi Bucket' systems to combat a significant forest fire in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh. The fire, which threatened nearby villages and the Air Force Station, was brought under control after a 15-hour operation. Despite a rise in wildfire incidents this season, officials state that the overall situation remains manageable.
- ▪The IAF used helicopters equipped with 'Bambi Bucket' systems to fight a major forest fire in Kasauli.
- ▪The fire was contained after a 15-hour operation involving the IAF and local authorities.
- ▪Over 232 forest fire incidents have been reported this season, affecting nearly 3,000 hectares of forest land.
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‘Bambi bucket’ ops, ₹67 lakh losses: IAF steps in as Himachal battles massive forest fire in KasauliThe aerial firefighting operation was launched after the blaze spread across difficult mountainous terrain near the Air Force Station in the Solan district.Updated on: May 28, 2026 5:32 AM ISTBy HT News DeskShare viaCopy link The Indian Air Force (IAF) deployed helicopters equipped with specialised “Bambi Bucket” systems to help contain a major forest fire in Himachal Pradesh’s Kasauli region, as the hill state battles a surge in wildfire incidents amid soaring temperatures.The IAF’s Mi-17 filling Bambi bucket from Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh during efforts to douse fire in forest areas near Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh.
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