International Relations· 1 min read
India's Relief Efforts for Nepal
Why in news?
India has dispatched another significant consignment of relief materials to Nepal following devastating flash floods.
Key points
- India sent 11 tonnes of relief material, including medicines and supplies.
- The aid was sent via a military transport aircraft to Kathmandu.
- This is part of India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and humanitarian assistance.
- Over 130 tonnes of relief material and 54 expert personnel have been deployed by India to Nepal.
Background & context
India and Nepal share close historical and cultural ties. India has consistently provided assistance to Nepal during natural disasters.
★ Prelims fact capsule
India has sent over 130 tonnes of relief material to Nepal.
✎ Mains relevance
GS-II: International Relations (India's neighbourhood policy, disaster management cooperation)