Wayanad: Sita Shelka, an army officer who built the Bailey Bridge, got applause when it was completed. Major Sita Shelke corrects the common refrain that women have nothing to do in the face of disaster. Major Sita Shelke said that it was a very challenging task. It was a big challenge to get the materials required for the construction of the bridge to the area.
Traffic congestion has become a problem. There was no other way to save the villagers and bring the dead bodies. The only way out was to build a bridge. The mission could be completed so quickly only with the cooperation of the administration and local residents. We are proud to stand with the villagers during the crisis.
I was just one of a large group who worked hard day and night. There is no gender difference in the army, I am a soldier and I have done my duty, Sita Shelke added.
