Mandalay: In the face of unprecedented devastation, India has once again demonstrated its role as a first responder in the region, dispatching relief teams and critical aid to Myanmar following a deadly earthquake on March 28. The operation, dubbed Operation Brahma, is spearheaded by India’s National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), providing vital search and rescue operations, medical aid, and disaster relief to the affected areas.
The earthquake, measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale, left Myanmar in a state of despair. India’s immediate response underscores the country’s commitment to supporting neighboring nations during times of crisis. The NDRF, under the leadership of Deputy Commander Kunal Tiwari, has deployed a team of 80 personnel equipped with advanced tools and canines to navigate through the rubble-strewn landscape. Mandalay, the city hardest hit by the disaster, has been divided into sectors, with India taking charge of the most affected Delta sector.
India’s humanitarian effort has been substantial, delivering a total of 625 metric tonnes of relief materials to date. Additionally, the Indian Army has established a Field Hospital in the region, conducting over 23 surgeries and more than 1,300 laboratory investigations, providing much-needed medical support to the affected populace.
The disaster’s toll has been staggering, with more than 3,000 confirmed casualties and many displaced. Amidst the chaos, the Indian relief teams have received warm support from the local population, further strengthening the bond between India and Myanmar.
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