India rushes 62-tonne aid to Nepal as it walks the talk on ‘first responder’ role
HT has accessed details of the aid, funds and other assistance being mobilised for disaster-hit Nepal.
India has swiftly dispatched 62 tonnes of emergency aid to Nepal following the devastating flash floods that struck on Wednesday, cementing its reputation as a "first responder" in humanitarian assistance. According to reports, India was the first country to deliver physical aid to Nepal in the aftermath of the disaster. This prompt response highlights India's growing track record of providing aid and assistance to disaster-stricken nations, ranging from Turkey and Syria to Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Venezuela.
As of Friday evening, India had dispatched three airlifts carrying a total of 62 tonnes of aid, while other countries and international organizations, including the United States and China, were still mobilizing assistance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah shortly after the disaster, expressing condolences and reaffirming India's readiness to provide all necessary humanitarian assistance.
Additionally, Indian teams are working closely with Nepalese authorities on rescue and relief efforts. Various countries and international organizations have pledged or initiated assistance for Nepal. Nepal's government has estimated it can mobilize up to $229 million for disaster relief, comprising resources from the Prime Minister's Natural Disaster Relief Fund and the Prime Minister's Relief Fund, as well as up to $164 million in emergency assistance that the World Bank is prepared to mobilize.
India has primarily provided physical relief supplies through its aid, rather than a cash commitment.
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