India dispatches first consignment of earthquake relief material to Turkiye
PTI, Feb 7, 2023, 8:08 AM IST
image credit: Twitter / @MEAIndia
New Delhi: Hours after the announcement made by the Prime Minister’s Office, India has dispatched the first batch of earthquake relief material to Turkiye aboard an Indian Air Force aircraft.
The shipment consisted of an expert National Disaster Response Force search and rescue team, including both male and female personnel, highly-skilled dog squads, an array of medical supplies, advanced drilling equipment, and other crucial tools required for the aid efforts.
”India’s Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) capabilities in action. The 1st batch of earthquake relief material leaves for Turkiye, along with NDRF Search and Rescue Teams, specially trained dog squads, medical supplies, drilling machines and other necessary equipment,” Arindam Bagchi, spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs tweeted.
India’s Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) capabilites in action.
The 1st batch of earthquake relief material leaves for Türkiye, along with NDRF Search & Rescue Teams, specially trained dog squads, medical supplies, drilling machines & other necessary equipment. pic.twitter.com/pB3ewcH1Gr
— Arindam Bagchi (@MEAIndia) February 6, 2023
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished for a speedy recovery of the injured.
He also instructed officials to offer all possible assistance in coping with the aftermath of the earthquake, killing at least 3,400 people.
“Anguished by the loss of lives and damage of property due to the earthquake in Turkey. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon,” Modi said in a tweet.
Turkish Ambassador to India Firat Sunel expressed his gratitude towards the Indian government’s offer of assistance and said that ”a friend in need is indeed a friend”.
He also mentioned a Turkish proverb, ”Dost kara gunde belli olur”, which means ”a friend in need is a friend indeed”.
Udayavani is now on Telegram. Click here to join our channel and stay updated with the latest news.
Top News
Related Articles More
Rahul Gandhi concludes Maharashtra visit, departs for Delhi
UP’s 8 constituencies to witness 3-cornered fight in 2nd phase of LS polls on Friday
Dangerous to say private property can’ t be taken over to subserve common good: SC
Delhi BJP chief’s remarks on Congress manifesto raise concerns about divisive rhetoric
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Over 10,000 Kerala people arrive from Gulf nations to vote
MUST WATCH
Latest Additions
Rahul Gandhi concludes Maharashtra visit, departs for Delhi
UP’s 8 constituencies to witness 3-cornered fight in 2nd phase of LS polls on Friday
Karnataka Elections: Cong, BJP in fierce battle as state prepares to vote
Karnataka Elections: Cong, BJP in Fierce Battle as State Prepares to Vote
Dangerous to say private property can’ t be taken over to subserve common good: SC