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India's Lifeline to Afghanistan: 73 Tonnes of Medical Aid Amid Crisis

India has just delivered a massive shipment of medical aid to Afghanistan. The 73 tonnes of life-saving supplies include essential medicines and vaccines for urgent healthcare needs. This comes after recent food deliveries to earthquake-affected regions in northern Afghanistan. The aid demonstrates India's ongoing commitment to supporting the Afghan people through multiple crises.

Key Points: India Delivers 73 Tonnes Medical Aid to Afghanistan Kabul

  • India delivered 73 tonnes of medicines, vaccines and essential supplements
  • Medical aid follows recent food supplies for earthquake-affected families
  • EAM Jaishankar met Afghan ministers to strengthen bilateral ties
  • Five ambulances also handed over to support Afghan healthcare
  • Ongoing humanitarian assistance reflects India's commitment to Afghanistan
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India delivers 73 tonnes of life-saving medical aid to Afghanistan

India sends 73 tonnes of life-saving medicines and vaccines to Afghanistan, continuing humanitarian support amid healthcare crisis and earthquake relief efforts.

"India's unwavering support to the Afghan people continues - MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal"

Kabul/New Delhi, Nov 28

Reaffirming its steadfast support for the Afghan people, India on Friday delivered 73 tonnes of life-saving medicines, vaccines and essential supplements to Afghanistan to help meet healthcare needs.

“Augmenting Afghanistan’s healthcare efforts. India has delivered 73 tonnes of life-saving medicines, vaccines and essential supplements to Kabul to cater to urgent medical needs. India’s unwavering support to the Afghan people continues,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X.

Last week, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and Afghanistan's Industry and Commerce Minister Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, held a meeting in New Delhi, where the two leaders discussed ways to strengthen trade, connectivity and people-to-people ties between the two nations.

During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar reiterated India's support for the development and welfare of the people of Afghanistan.

"Pleased to meet Industry and Commerce Minister of Afghanistan, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi in New Delhi this evening. Discussed ways to strengthen our trade, connectivity and people to people ties. Reiterated India’s support for the development and welfare of the people of Afghanistan," EAM Jaishankar posted on X.

Earlier this month, India delivered food items to the families affected in Afghanistan due to the earthquake that struck Balkh, Samangan and Baghlan provinces.

"Reaffirming its support to the Afghan people, India delivers food items for the families affected by the earthquake," the MEA posted on X.

India's assistance came after more than 20 people were killed and hundreds of others were injured after an earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck areas of northern Afghanistan.

On October 10, India delivered additional food supplies to Afghanistan for the people affected by the earthquake, as part of its humanitarian assistance.

“India has delivered additional food supplies as part of its ongoing humanitarian assistance to those affected by the earthquake,” Jaiswal said on X.

On the same day, EAM Jaishankar also met his Afghan counterpart, Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, in New Delhi. The two leaders held discussions on India's support for Afghanistan's development, bilateral trade, territorial integrity and independence, people-to-people ties and capacity-building, among other issues.

EAM Jaishankar noted that Muttaqi's visit to India marked an "important step" in advancing bilateral ties. He also announced the handing over of five ambulances to Afghanistan.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the humanitarian aspect, I hope we're also ensuring our own citizens' healthcare needs are met first. Our government hospitals often face medicine shortages. Balance is important.
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Arjun K
Great initiative! This is how we build lasting friendships in the region. The consistent support - from earthquake relief to medical aid - shows India's commitment to standing by Afghanistan. Hope this strengthens our bilateral ties further. 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in humanitarian aid, I can say this medical assistance is crucial. Vaccines and essential medicines can prevent so many preventable deaths. India is setting a great example of regional cooperation.
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Vikram M
This is the India I want to see on the global stage - compassionate and responsible. The ambulances and ongoing support show we're in this for the long haul. Hope other nations follow our lead in helping Afghanistan rebuild.
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Kavya N
Wonderful news! 73 tonnes is a massive amount of medical aid. This will make a real difference in people's lives. India's "neighborhood first" policy in action. More such positive initiatives please! 💪

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