An Indian Army field hospital deployed in earthquake-hit Venezuela under 'Operation Amistad' has become fully operational, providing medical and humanitarian aid to affected people. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared updates on X, highlighting medical care and humanitarian efforts.
Field Hospital Provides Medical Care
Jaiswal posted on June 30, 2026, stating, 'Army Field Hospital continues to provide medical care.' He also wrote, 'Army Field Hospital continues to serve the people of Venezuela.' Visuals from the humanitarian mission were shared, showing ongoing operations.
Local Beneficiary Expresses Gratitude
A local, Soraida Ramirez, shared her experience receiving treatment at the field hospital. She said, 'I am Soraida Ramirez from here in Venezuela. I have a great, great thank you to the people of India for the contribution they have been giving to Venezuela in this hard situation we are going through.' She added, 'Thank you, truly thank you. May God bless you all. I hope that what happened to us here in Venezuela does not happen in other countries because it is very hard. We have many missing people, entire families that have not appeared, and many deaths. And without the help of you and all the countries that are contributing here—especially India, who by the way, did some x-rays for me and did some things for me—the care has been very, very, very accessible. I am grateful, truly grateful.'
India Intensifies Humanitarian Assistance
Earlier, India intensified its humanitarian assistance under Operation Amistad, deploying rescue personnel, field hospitals, medicines, and relief supplies. The Indian Embassy in Venezuela posted on X, '#OperationAmistad India has intensified its efforts for disaster relief in Venezuela with a healing touch to those affected by the earthquake.' Venezuela's Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed India's assistance, noting that India set up a comprehensive field hospital in Caracas to treat victims of the June 24 earthquakes.
Field Hospital Equipped with Advanced Medical Modules
The ministry stated the hospital is equipped with two BHISHM Cubes—high-tech modular medical centres—and supplied by two C-17 aircraft with 36 tons of medical supplies and rescue equipment. The centre provides trauma, surgery, dentistry, triage, laboratory, and X-ray services. The Head of Government of the Capital District, Nahum Fernandez, along with Indian Ambassador PK Ashok Babu, oversaw the opening, which includes the work of 41 healthcare professionals. The ministry called this initiative a significant contribution to relief efforts, strengthening the international humanitarian response and alleviating pressure on the Venezuelan hospital network amidst the emergency.
Earthquake Death Toll Rises
According to CNN, the death toll from the powerful earthquakes has risen to 1,719, citing National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez. At least 22,619 people have been affected, including 5,034 injured. Of the 855 buildings reported damaged, 189 have collapsed completely. The news report added that 609 aftershocks have been recorded since the earthquakes struck on June 24. The US Geological Survey estimates there is a 44 per cent chance that the final death toll could exceed 10,000.
