Synopsis
As part of Operation Brahma, Indian engineers and medical personnel are providing vital assistance to quake-affected Myanmar. They evaluated numerous sites in Mandalay and Naypyidaw, offering medical aid to injured victims of the March 28 earthquake.Key Takeaways
- Indian engineers conducted site assessments in Mandalay and Naypyidaw.
- Medical teams treated 70 patients at Naypyidaw Hospital.
- Operation Brahma was launched to provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief.
- India sent six aircraft and five naval ships for relief operations.
- Prime Minister Modi assured continued support for Myanmar.
Yangon, April 10 (NationPress) As part of Operation Brahma, India is extending its humanitarian support to Myanmar following the recent earthquake. On Thursday, a dedicated group of Indian safety and demolition engineers conducted a thorough evaluation of the earthquake-impacted areas in Mandalay and the capital city, Naypyidaw.
In addition, a medical team from India, which included an orthopedic surgeon, provided treatment to 70 patients who were injured during the catastrophic earthquake on March 28 at a hospital in Naypyidaw.
“Expanding Operation Brahma. After evaluating six affected locations in Mandalay, the team of safety and demolition engineers assessed another six sites in Naypyidaw today. Additionally, an orthopedic surgeon from our medical team is treating 70 patients at a hospital in Naypyidaw,” the Indian Embassy in Yangon communicated on X.
Earlier this week, Moe Aung, Myanmar's National Security Advisor and Union Minister for the State Administration Council Chairman's Office, met with Indian Ambassador to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur.
During their discussion, the Myanmar minister expressed profound appreciation for India's rapid response and assistance following the powerful earthquake. They also engaged in conversations regarding security protocols and collaboration in various sectors.
Last week, the Chairman of the Myanmar State Administration Council and Prime Minister, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, visited the Indian Field Hospital, which has treated 800 patients under Operation Brahma.
India initiated Operation Brahma to offer essential support, including Search and Rescue (SAR), humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and medical care, in the wake of the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28.
Acting as the 'First Responder' during crises in its neighborhood, India dispatched six aircraft and five naval vessels to deliver 625 MT of humanitarian aid and disaster relief materials.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also conveyed his deep sympathy regarding the disaster and extended India's condolences directly to Min Aung Hlaing, reaffirming India's commitment to aiding Myanmar during this challenging period.
On April 4, Prime Minister Modi met with Hlaing at the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, where they discussed the situation following the devastating earthquake, including India's ongoing initiatives under Operation Brahma to provide humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and medical support to Myanmar.
The Senior General expressed his gratitude for India's assistance. The Prime Minister assured that, as the First Responder, India stands ready to offer additional material support and resources if necessary.
On April 5, continuing its humanitarian efforts for the earthquake-affected Myanmar, India delivered a further 442 tonnes of food supplies as part of the ongoing Operation Brahma.
The shipment, carried by the Indian Navy Ship Gharial, arrived at Myanmar's Thilawa port and was formally handed over by Indian Ambassador Abhay Thakur to Yangon Chief Minister U Soe Thein and his team.
“Addressing the needs of affected individuals. A substantial 442-tonne shipment of food assistance (including rice, cooking oil, noodles, and biscuits) was delivered today at Thilawa Port, handed over by Ambassador Abhay Thakur to CM Yangon U Soe Thein and his team,” the Embassy of India in Yangon announced on X.
