The Emperor Foods: Why Our Ready-to-Eat Food was a "Game Changer" in the 2023 Tuticorin Flood Relief

Back when the 2023 floods hit the Tuticorin district, the situation was critical. Roads were completely submerged, electricity was cut off, and thousands of people were stranded on rooftops or isolated patches of land. In these moments, the biggest challenge isn't just having food, It is getting that food into the hands of those who need it most.

At The Emperor Foods, we realized that our mission had to go beyond the kitchen. We saw a way to use our Ready To Eat Products for the First Time in The World to solve a massive logistical problem: the "Last Mile" of disaster relief.

The Problem: Why Traditional Food Drops Fail

In major floods, ground transport is impossible. Helicopters are the only way to reach people, but delivering food from the air is difficult. Standard food packets or containers usually burst or leak when dropped from a height, leading to wasted food and the risk of contamination. Relief teams often struggle because they cannot find a way to drop meals that stay safe and edible upon impact.

The Solution: The Emperor Foods’ Aerial-Ready Pouches

We stepped in to help by donating our Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Bisibelebath. This wasn't just a food donation; it was a technological solution. Our products pouches with high-strength Retort pouches, designed to keep food fresh for months, but they also have incredible physical durability.

During the relief operations, we dropped these Ready To Eat (RTE) pouches directly from helicopters to the people affected in the flooded zones. The results were a success:

• Total Integrity: Every pouch remained 100% intact and sterile, even after hitting the ground or water from significant heights.

• Instant Nutrition: Our Bisibelebath is a complete meal that requires No Cooking, No Added Water, and No Heat. For a family stranded on a roof with no dry firewood or clean water, this was the only way to get a wholesome, safe meal immediately.

• High Safety Standards: Because the food is sealed in a sterile environment, it remained protected from the contaminated floodwaters surrounding the survivors.

A "Game Changer" in Disaster Management

The success of this mission caught the attention of the district authorities. By proving that high-quality, nutritious meals could be delivered safely from the air without any breakage, we provided a new method for emergency response.

In recognition of this effort, The Emperor Foods was honored with a Shield of Appreciation by the Tuticorin District Collector. During the event, it was officially stated that our delivery method was a "Game Changer" for Disaster Relief. It changed the way the administration thought about feeding people during high-stakes emergencies.

Looking Ahead

The 2023 floods were a test of our brand’s strength and our commitment to the community. We are proud that the technology worked exactly when it was needed most. At The Emperor Foods, we will continue to innovate, ensuring that our food is not only delicious for everyday meals but also a reliable source of strength during the toughest times.

We remain dedicated to supporting our community and providing food solutions that are safe, durable, and ready for any challenge.