Mon Dec 01 17:23:32 UTC 2025: Summary:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of India’s continued support under Operation Sagar Bandhu, providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. India has dispatched ships, helicopters, NDRF teams, and 53 tonnes of relief material to aid in rescue and recovery efforts. The operation has rescued nationals from various countries. President Dissanayake expressed gratitude for India’s assistance.
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India Extends Support to Sri Lanka After Cyclone Ditwah Devastation
New Delhi, December 1, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s unwavering support to Sri Lanka as the island nation grapples with the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah. In a telephone conversation with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Monday, Modi expressed heartfelt condolences for the loss of life and widespread devastation.
India has launched “Operation Sagar Bandhu” to provide immediate humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR). This includes deploying INS Vikrant, INS Udaygiri, MI-17 helicopters, and NDRF teams for search and rescue operations. So far, India has provided 53 tonnes of relief material.
The ongoing operation has already rescued nationals from Sri Lanka, India, and several other countries.
President Dissanayake conveyed the sincere appreciation of the Sri Lankan people for India’s swift and comprehensive response to the crisis.
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