India increases humanitarian assistance to Venezuela
Caracas: India has further intensified its humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit Venezuela and expanded relief and rescue efforts under Operation Amistad. The Government of India’s primary objective is to provide timely medical assistance, essential relief materials, and emergency support to the affected people. Through this operation, India is assisting in meeting the immediate needs of the disaster-affected people.
The Indian Embassy in Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, shared information on the social media platform X on Tuesday, stating that relief operations under Operation Amistad are continuing. The Embassy stated that India is focusing on providing medical assistance and emergency support to the affected areas so that help can reach those in need as quickly as possible.
According to the Indian Embassy, the relief operation aims to provide essential assistance to the families affected by the earthquake and to effectively carry out relief operations in coordination with the local administration. Medical assistance is being prioritized during the operation, as a large number of people require healthcare services after a natural disaster.
Under Operation Amistad, Indian agencies and relevant officials are monitoring relief operations in collaboration with local authorities. Medical supplies, essential equipment, and other emergency assistance are being delivered to affected areas as needed. India is making efforts to ensure that relief materials reach those in need in a timely manner.
Following natural disasters like earthquakes, the need for healthcare, drinking water, food, and temporary shelter increases rapidly in affected areas. International cooperation plays a crucial role in such times. To this end, India has led humanitarian relief operations, placing special emphasis on the availability of medical assistance and relief materials.
India has previously conducted relief operations in various countries during natural disasters and humanitarian crises. In response to disasters abroad, India has consistently supported affected countries by sending relief materials, medical aid, and rescue teams. Operation Amistad is considered part of this humanitarian cooperation.
The Indian Embassy in Caracas stated in its message that the relief operations are being carried out in a phased manner and that constant coordination is maintained with local authorities. The Embassy also commended the efforts of all concerned parties who supported the relief efforts.
The Government of India has clarified that the objective of humanitarian assistance is to provide immediate relief to the affected people and to maintain cooperation with Venezuela during this time of crisis. During the relief operation, medical services and other essential needs are being assessed so that additional assistance can be provided as needed.
According to officials, the progress of the relief operations is being continuously monitored and further action will be taken as per the situation. The Indian Embassy is also in touch with the local administration and sharing information related to the operation.
Through this humanitarian operation under Operation Amistad, India has once again expressed its solidarity with the country affected by the natural disaster. The government states that relief operations will continue as long as the need to provide essential assistance to the affected people remains.
