New Delhi August 27 :- Intensifying its relief and humanitarian assistance operations for those affected by the devastating floods in Nepal, India has dispatched a second consignment comprising 37.5 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) supplies. This shipment includes essential medicines, food packets, and other relief materials aimed at providing immediate support to the ongoing relief and rescue efforts in Nepal.
India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar , shared the update on the social media platform X, stating that a second flight carrying 37.5 tonnes of HADR supplies, medicines, and food packets has departed for Nepal. He noted that India remains in constant and close contact with Nepali authorities and will continue to extend all possible robust support for relief operations.
Reiterating India’s commitment in his message, Dr. Jaishankar stated that India is in continuous contact with Nepal and will steadfastly support the ongoing relief efforts there. This underscores India’s solidarity with Nepal during this challenging time of natural disaster and its readiness to provide humanitarian aid as needed.
It is noteworthy that just a day earlier, India had sent the first consignment of 10 tonnes of HADR aid and essential medicines to Nepal.That assistance was dispatched to bolster disaster response and relief mechanisms following the devastating floods. The dispatch of this second consignment—weighing 37.5 tonnes—demonstrates the expansion of India’s relief operations for Nepal.
The medicines and food supplies being sent by India are particularly crucial, as severe natural disasters like floods create an immediate need for food, healthcare services, and essential medical supplies in affected areas. Through this HADR assistance, India is helping to strengthen Nepal’s disaster response capabilities and ensuring that essential supplies reach those affected.
India and Nepal share a long-standing relationship as close neighbors. In this context, the supply of relief material by India during a natural disaster underscores the spirit of humanitarian cooperation and mutual support between the two nations. India has also affirmed that it will continue to assist in relief efforts as needed, maintaining close coordination with Nepali authorities. Combining the second consignment of 37.5 tonnes with the 10 tonnes of aid sent earlier, India has so far dispatched at least 47.5 tonnes of HADR (Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief) supplies. Essential medicines and food packets are also being provided. This relief initiative by India marks a significant step towards delivering immediate humanitarian aid to those affected by the floods in Nepal.
