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India ramps up Nepal flood relief with 8th aid flight, specialised tunnel team and forensic experts
India has escalated humanitarian aid to flood-hit Nepal with the 8th IAF flight delivering 35 tonnes of relief, bringing total assistance to over 130 tonnes. A 54-member team including specialised tunnel rescue personnel and forensic experts has been deployed for search, rescue, and identification operations. This underscores India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and operational readiness of IAF and NDRF in disaster diplomacy.
Exam-ready takeaways
- 8th Indian Air Force aircraft delivered 35 tonnes of relief material to Nepal, total aid exceeds 130 tonnes
- 54 expert personnel deployed including specialised tunnel rescue team and forensic experts for search, rescue & identification
- Indian Embassy in Kathmandu confirmed the latest consignment and personnel deployment on September 30, 2024
- Operation reflects India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) capabilities
- IAF and NDRF coordination showcases India's rapid response mechanism for regional disaster management
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