India Rushes Aid to Sri Lanka: Para Field Hospital Deployed, Task Force Activated Amid Cyclone Devastation
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{ "title": "India Rushes Aid to Sri Lanka: Para Field Hospital Deployed, Task Force Activated Amid Cyclone Devastation", "article": "India has intensified its humanitarian efforts in Sri Lanka, where Cyclone Ditwah has left a trail of destruction and loss of life. The Indian Air Force (IAF) airlifted a para field hospital unit from Agra to Colombo, while the Indian Army deployed an integrated task force to provide critical relief and support affected families. The IAF's C-17 transport aircraft carried 73 medical professionals and essential equipment to Colombo, while Mi-17 helicopters continued to airlift relief material and evacuate survivors. The Indian Army's task force, part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, is a self-contained contingent equipped to provide immediate assistance. Since November 28, India has delivered over 53 tonnes of relief material to Sri Lanka, including food, medicines, and shelter. The Indian Navy has also played a crucial role, with ships INS Sukanya and INS Vikrant providing emergency rations and relief material. The Indian government has pledged to support Sri Lanka in its hour of need, with the Defence Ministry and Ministry of External Affairs coordinating relief efforts with Sri Lankan authorities. The Indian Army's deployment is a testament to the country's 'Neighbourhood First' policy, as it stands firmly with Sri Lanka against the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah. As of Monday, 390 people have been killed, with 352 missing, in the catastrophic floods and landslides caused by the extreme weather conditions. The Indian government's swift response is aimed at alleviating the suffering of the affected population and restoring essential services in the cyclone-hit areas."
