India's Humanitarian Mission Continues in Venezuela
India is persisting with its humanitarian and relief efforts through an Indian Army Field Hospital under Operation Amistad as Venezuela struggles to recover from catastrophic twin earthquakes that struck the nation last week. The quakes have left over 1,900 dead and thousands more injured, according to official sources.
In a post on X, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared visuals of medical and humanitarian aid being provided to affected people, emphasizing the ongoing work at the Army Field Hospital. "Healing lives. Serving humanity. The Army Field Hospital continues its humanitarian mission," the MEA stated.
India's Commitment to Venezuela
Earlier, the Indian Embassy in Venezuela reiterated India's commitment to stand by the South American nation under Operation Amistad as it deals with the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes. "Operation Amistad - India stands in solidarity with the people of Venezuela in these difficult times," the Embassy said in a post on X.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the medical professionals from India working tirelessly in quake-hit Venezuela under Operation Amistad. On the occasion of Doctors' Day, PM Modi said this is a shining example of how medical professionals rise during challenging times. In a post on X, he stated, "Today, as we mark Doctors' Day, I would like to appreciate all the doctors and medical professionals from India who are tirelessly working in Venezuela, as a part of Operation Amistad. In such a challenging time, their efforts to serve those in need are shining examples of how medical professionals rise to the occasion every time our society faces a challenge."
Rescue and Relief Operations
This follows the Indian Army rescuing a 79-year-old woman from the rubble in earthquake-hit Venezuela and beginning advanced medical treatment as part of its humanitarian mission under Operation Amistad. In a post on X, the Army said, "Operation Amistad: A Lifeline Amidst the Rubble. The Indian Army Field Hospital continues to serve as a beacon of hope, delivering compassionate medical care to those affected. For a 79-year-old survivor, rescued from the collapsed building marked only the beginning of her ordeal."
Rescue and relief operations remain underway in Venezuela after the deadly twin earthquakes last week. According to official sources cited by CNN, National Assembly President Jorge Ramirez announced on Tuesday that at least 1,943 had died, an increase of about 200 from the previous day. However, the casualty figure is believed to be much larger. The US Geological Survey indicated a high likelihood that tens of thousands are dead. CNN reported that the United Nations' Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Venezuela, Gianluca Rampolla, said on Monday that the Venezuelan government and the UN are procuring 10,000 body bags in anticipation of more deaths.
