India sends 1st tranche of relief to flood-hit Nepal
What Happened
India dispatched the first tranche of relief supplies, including 10 tonnes of humanitarian aid and essential medicines, to flood-ravaged Nepal aboard an IAF C-130J aircraft. The assistance came after PM Narendra Modi spoke with Nepal PM Balendra Shah and assured full humanitarian support. The flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border have killed at least 95 people and left hundreds missing.
Key Takeaways
India has activated its disaster-relief response for Nepal, with more aid shipments expected as rescue and recovery efforts continue.