India Operation Sadbhavana: Aid for Typhoon-Affected Nation

Typhoon Yagi, the most powerful storm in 30 years, has severely impacted Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, and southern China. Vietnam has over 350 confirmed casualties, with numbers expected to rise.

Typhoon Yagi: A Devastating Force

Most powerful storm to originate in the South China Sea in 30 years
Wind speeds exceeding 142 miles per hour
Affected countries: Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, and southern China

Vietnam most severely impacted:

Over 350 confirmed casualties, with numbers expected to rise
Extensive flooding in northern regions
Widespread destruction of agricultural lands, factories, and infrastructure
Myanmar reported 113 deaths and 64 missing, with potential for higher numbers

India's Humanitarian Response: Operation Sadbhavana

Launched by the Indian government to provide crucial assistance to affected countries
Part of India's Act East Policy and role as a first responder in HADR

Aid to Vietnam:

USD 1 million in humanitarian assistance
35 tons of relief supplies including water purification items, containers, blankets, kitchen utensils, and solar lanterns

Support for Laos:

USD 100,000 in humanitarian assistance
10 tons of relief supplies including hygiene kits, blankets, mosquito nets, sleeping bags, generators, water purifiers, and disinfectants

Aid to Myanmar:

10 tons of aid including dry rations, clothing, and medicines
Delivered by Indian naval ship INS Satpura

Logistics and Deployment

Indian Air Force C-17 military transport aircraft used for aid delivery to Vietnam and Laos
Indian Navy's Eastern Naval Command coordinated loading of aid onto INS Satpura in Visakhapatnam
Rapid mobilization showcasing India's swift response capability to regional humanitarian crises
Operation demonstrates India's commitment to HADR within the ASEAN region

Diplomatic Outreach

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended sympathies to Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar conveyed condolences to Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H.E. Bui Thanh Son
India's actions align with its longstanding 'Act East Policy'

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