In a bid to extend assistance to the eathquake-hit nation in coping with the devastating consequences, India on Saturday delivered 15 tonnes of relief materials to Myanmar under its 'Operation Brahma'. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed at least over a thousand people in Myanmar on Friday.
Under the operation, India sent the relief materials to the Myanmarese city of Yangon in a C130J military transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force.
According to PTI, the first consignment of the relief materials included tents, sleeping bags, blankets, ready-to-eat meals, water purifiers, solar lamps, generator sets and essential medicines.
Taking it to X, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "Operation Brahma - India acts as a First Responder to assist the people of Myanmar affected by yesterday's massive earthquake. Our first tranche of 15 tonnes of relief material, including tents, blankets, sleeping bags, food packets, hygiene kits, generators, and essential medicines has landed in Yangon."
The relief materials were handed over to Chief Minister of Yangon U Soe Thein by Indian envoy to Myanmar Abhay Thakur. India has acted as a "First Responder" to assist the people of Myanmar affected by Friday's massive earthquake, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
The earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand on Friday, destroying buildings, bridges and other infrastructures.
The Indian embassy in Myanmar said it is coordinating speedy delivery of assistance and relief supplies from India with Myanmar. "We are also in constant touch with Indian community. Reiterate our emergency number for needy Indian nationals:+95-95419602," it posted on 'X'.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed concern over the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand and said India stands ready to offer all possible assistance to the two countries.
"Concerned by the situation in the wake of the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Praying for the safety and wellbeing of everyone. India stands ready to offer all possible assistance. In this regard, asked our authorities to be on standby. Also asked the MEA to remain in touch with the Governments of Myanmar and Thailand", Modi posted on 'X'.
