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News1814-12-2025, 20:45

India sends vital aid to Sri Lanka; Army Field Hospital team returns after Cyclone Ditwah.

  • India donated 25 tonnes of essential medicines and over 14,200 kg of dry food to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah.
  • The aid was provided under 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' after Sri Lanka's request due to widespread flooding and landslides.
  • An Indian Air Force aircraft delivered the supplies and repatriated the Indian Army Field Hospital team.
  • The returning Indian Army Field Hospital team had provided medical treatment to 7,000 patients in Sri Lanka.
  • Sri Lankan Health Minister Nalinda Jayathissa thanked India for its consistent support during crises.

Why It Matters: India's aid to Sri Lanka highlights regional solidarity in crisis.

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