India has dispatched its fifth humanitarian aid consignment to flood-ravaged Nepal, carrying a rescue team, specialised equipment and 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said over 68 tonnes of relief material has been delivered so far. Nepal’s flood death toll has reached 1,127, while thousands remain missing as rescue operations continue.
India has sent its fifth tranche of humanitarian aid to flood-hit Nepal, with an aircraft carrying an 11-member rescue team, specialised equipment and 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday.
The latest assistance comes as Nepal grapples with the devastating aftermath of the flash floods, which have claimed 1,127 lives. Thousands remain missing a week after the disaster, with rescue teams continuing their search operations across affected areas.
Fifth Aircraft Heads To Nepal
"The fifth Indian aircraft has departed for Nepal. It is carrying an 11-member rescue team with specialised equipment, and 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines," Jaishankar said.
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