India Rushes Aid to Myanmar after Devastating Earthquake
Summary:
India responds to the 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 1,600 people and injuring nearly 3,000. New Delhi dispatches relief materials, medicines, search and rescue teams, and military field hospitals to Myanmar in a swift operation named ‘Operation Brahma’
India has initiated a massive relief operation, "Operation Brahma," in response to the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. The Indian government has sent relief materials, rescue teams, and medical equipment to Myanmar via five military aircraft to help the victims of the natural disaster.
On Friday, March 28, the Indian authorities dispatched relief materials, medicines, an 80-member search and rescue team from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and military field hospitals to Myanmar in three C-130J and two C-17 Globemaster aircraft. Additionally, a specialized rescue team from the Indian Army’s 50 (I) Para Brigade has been deployed to Myanmar to focus on rescue operations in Mandalay.
The Indian Army Field Hospital Unit, comprising 118 personnel, including medical and communication units, landed in Myanmar’s capital, Nay Pyi Taw, on Saturday (March 29) night. This team will primarily focus on rescue operations in Mandalay.
Key Highlights:
- India’s "Operation Brahma" is a swift response to the devastating earthquake that hit Myanmar and Thailand.
- Indian authorities have dispatched relief materials, medicines, search and rescue teams, and military field hospitals to Myanmar.
- A specialized rescue team from the Indian Army’s 50 (I) Para Brigade has been deployed to Myanmar to focus on rescue operations in Mandalay.
- The Indian Army Field Hospital Unit, comprising 118 personnel, has landed in Myanmar’s capital, Nay Pyi Taw.
A quote from the External Affairs Ministry (EAM) Spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal: "Two C-17 aircraft with 118 member Indian Army Field Hospital Unit, including Women & Child Care services and 60 tonnes of relief material have landed in Myanmar. With these, five relief flights from India have landed in Myanmar today."
India is also sending 40 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Myanmar onboard its naval ships, INS Satpura and INS Savitri
While the full extent of the damage is yet to be assessed, India’s swift response highlights the country’s commitment to aiding its neighbors in times of need. As the world comes together to offer support, India’s "Operation Brahma" is a shining example of international cooperation and humanitarian assistance.
Keywords: India, Myanmar, Thailand, Earthquake, Relief Efforts, "Operation Brahma".
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