Armed forces increase deployment for relief ops in Maha, K'taka, Goa By IANS | 0 Views Flood-battered Maha's toll climbs to 112, 99 missing .. Image Source: IANS News New Delhi, July 25 : The Indian Armed Forces have increased deployment of more men and material on ground to carry out relief and rescue operations in flood-affected areas of Maharashtra, Karnataka and Goa, caused by incessant rains and consequent overflowing of riverbanks and dams. Working in close coordination with the administrations of worst-hit Ratnagiri, Kolhapur and Sangli districts of Maharashtra, the Indian Army has deployed Task Forces, comprising Infantry, Engineers, Communication, Recovery and Medical teams in the affected areas.