India Extends Rapid Humanitarian Aid to Sri Lanka
India has activated Operation Sagar Bandhu to deliver urgent Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) to Sri Lanka in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, which severely impacted coastal communities. Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to regional solidarity, India moved swiftly to support its neighbour during this crisis.
Relief Supplies Delivered from INS Vikrant & INS Udaygiri
As part of the immediate assistance effort, India has supplied:
4.5 tons of dry rations
2 tons of fresh rations
Other essential relief items and emergency supplies
These materials were dispatched directly from INS Vikrant and INS Udaygiri, enabling rapid on-ground support to families affected by the cyclone.
The relief package includes staple foods, ready-to-eat items, and fresh provisions aimed at supporting vulnerable communities during the early recovery phase.
India’s Neighbourhood First Policy in Action
In this challenging moment, India stands firmly with the people of Sri Lanka, reaffirming its commitment to the Neighbourhood First Policy and showcasing the nation’s readiness to extend help during natural disasters.
Through Operation Sagar Bandhu, India once again proves that humanitarian partnership and regional support remain central pillars of its foreign policy.
India’s swift activation of Operation Sagar Bandhu highlights the strength of Indo-Sri Lankan ties and reinforces the importance of collaborative resilience in the face of natural calamities. As relief efforts continue, this mission stands as a testament to India’s dedication to safeguarding and supporting its neighbours when they need it most.
“Neighbourhood First isn’t just policy — it’s India’s promise in action.”