How India is Supporting Sri Lanka After Cyclone Ditwah's Devastation

India's Commitment to Sri Lanka's Recovery

Colombo: On Monday, Indian Ambassador Santosh Jha engaged with Sri Lankan leader Namal Rajapaksa to reaffirm India's commitment to assist Sri Lanka in recovering from the catastrophic impacts of Cyclone Ditwah, which has tragically resulted in the loss of nearly 630 lives across the island.

This meeting took place amidst the backdrop of severe flooding and landslides that have devastated Sri Lanka's infrastructure.

Namal expressed gratitude towards India for its ongoing relief efforts, which are part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, as noted in a post by the Indian High Commission on X.

During their discussion, Jha emphasized India's ongoing support for Sri Lanka's rebuilding and recovery initiatives.

The cyclone has significantly challenged Sri Lanka's disaster management capabilities, prompting assistance from various nations, including India, in the rehabilitation efforts.

India was the first to respond to Sri Lanka's international call for help through Operation Sagar Bandhu.

The humanitarian aid provided by India has been extensive, utilizing both land and air routes to ensure emergency response and ongoing medical support.

As of Monday morning, the death toll has reached at least 627, with 190 individuals still unaccounted for due to the extreme weather conditions that have persisted since November 16.