India's Lifeline: Fourth Flight of Relief Supplies Arrives in Flood-Hit Nepal
India's Ongoing Support for Nepal's Flood Victims
Kathmandu: In a significant gesture of solidarity, India has dispatched its fourth flight loaded with relief materials for the flood-affected population in Nepal.
The Indian External Affairs Ministry confirmed that this flight delivered 11 tonnes of essential supplies, which were handed over to the relevant authorities as part of India's ongoing assistance following the catastrophic floods.
Included in this shipment is a specialized tunnel technical team equipped with search-and-rescue tools, alongside forensic experts trained for DNA analysis. The relief items consist of blankets, sleeping bags, tarpaulins, plastic sheets, and hygiene kits.
Prior to the flight's departure, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar shared on social media that the aircraft had landed in Kathmandu, bringing vital supplies and technical support to aid Nepal's current rescue and relief efforts.
Before the Indian Air Force's C-130 aircraft took off, Minister Jaishankar detailed on social media that the plane was carrying a technical team with search-and-rescue capabilities, forensic experts, and various relief supplies.
Moreover, 16 trucks loaded with materials for constructing a 230-foot single-lane modular steel bridge have also arrived in Nepal, as announced by Minister Jaishankar.
He further mentioned that equipment for seven additional Bailey bridges would be sent soon, with technical teams expected to follow shortly for installation.
As per the ministry's reports, a total of 68.5 tonnes of relief supplies, including essential medicines, portable generators, food packets, water purification tablets, and technical gear, have been airlifted to Kathmandu.
"Our commitment to supporting the relief and rescue operations remains steadfast," stated Minister Jaishankar.
In the meantime, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) reported that the devastating floods on August 26 have resulted in 734 fatalities, with 2,498 individuals still unaccounted for, including 589 foreigners.