What happened: India’s first airlift tranche to Nepal for flash-flood relief
India sent a first tranche of essential relief materials and medical supplies to Nepal after flash floods. Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed condolences to Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah and offered all possible humanitarian assistance.
The reported relief logistics include fixed-wing airlift and follow-on movement plans:
• India deployed an Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft carrying around 10 tonnes of essential relief materials and medical supplies from Hindon airbase to Nepal.
• India planned additional transport flights to bring more supplies, including Indian Air Force C-17 and further C-130 missions.
• India earmarked helicopters for rescue and evacuation.
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