In this image posted on Nov. 30, 2025, NDRF personnel in coordination with local authorities undertake relief operations as part of Operation Sagar Bandhu in Sri Lanka. (@DrSJaishankar/X via PTI Photo)
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News18 English•01/12/2025

India Emerges as Global First Responder with Rapid Disaster Relief in Sri Lanka and Myanmar

  • •India has a reputation for rapid disaster response.
  • •Operation Sagar Bandhu launched for Sri Lanka's Cyclone Ditwah relief.
  • •Over 330 people killed and 1.3 million affected in Sri Lanka.
  • •India evacuated 300 nationals and supplied 21 tonnes of relief.
  • •India's disaster diplomacy enhances global stature and bilateral ties.

Why it matters: India's disaster relief role affects regional security, diplomacy and global humanitarian aid.

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