Operation Sadbhav: India sends 53 tonnes of emergency flood relief assistance worth US$ 1 million to the People's Republic of Myanmar
India - Ministry of External Affairs
September 17, 2024
The Government of India has launched Operation Sadbhav for extending emergency humanitarian assistance in the wake of the floods caused by Typhoon Yagi.
2. In Myanmar, Typhoon Yagi has caused loss of hundreds of lives, massive destruction of property and resulted in several lakhs of people affected.
3. In keeping with its First Responder commitment in humanitarian situations, India dispatched the first tranche of 21 tons relief material within hours of receipt of the request from the Myanmar side. Naval ship INS Satpura carrying HADR pallets with tents, generator sets, ready-to-eat meals, kitchen sets, solar lamps, medical supplies, mosquito nets & repellents, water purification tablets and disinfectants, and other materials had been dispatched yesterday to Yangon.
4. A second tranche of 32 tonnes of aid was dispatched via IAF IL-76 today. This comprised gensets, temporary shelter, hygiene kits, solar lamps and other relief materials. The need is being re-assessed towards extending more assistance as may be necessary.
5. In line with our longstanding 'Act East' and 'Neighbourhood First' policies, Operation Sadbhav is part of India's broader efforts to support the friendly people of Myanmar.
New Delhi
September 17, 2024
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