India Rushes Aid to Sri Lanka, Deploys Teams to Combat Cyclone Ditwah Devastation
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India has launched a massive relief operation in response to Cyclone Ditwah, which has ravaged Sri Lanka, killing 123 people and leaving 130 missing. The Indian Air Force transported nine tonnes of aid and 80 personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to Colombo, while the Navy delivered six tonnes of rations and relief items. In total, India has dispatched 27 tonnes of aid, including food, tents, and medical supplies, to support the victims of the cyclone. The NDRF teams, equipped with specialized equipment and four dogs, are trained to conduct search and rescue operations in disaster-hit areas. They are led by P.K. Tiwary, commandant of the 8th Battalion of the NDRF. The teams have inflatable boats, hydraulic cutting tools, and communication equipment to support relief efforts. India's swift response to the crisis reflects its position as the first responder to natural disasters in the Indian Ocean region. The country's Disaster Response Force is closely monitoring the situation in Sri Lanka, working with the India Meteorological Department, National Disaster Management Authority, and state governments to ensure a seamless response. Cyclone Ditwah has affected over 44,000 people in Sri Lanka, with many displaced to state-run welfare centers. The Indian High Commission has set up an emergency help desk at Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport, where Indian citizens can seek assistance. The High Commission is also providing aid, including food and water, to stranded passengers.
