KEY POINTS
- India sent $2M in medical aid to Nepal for Thalassemia patients.
- 4.8 tonnes of vaccines delivered to Afghanistan.
- India supported Myanmar, Chad, and Jamaica with vital relief.
India has once again shown that it stands strong not only for itself but also for the world. On Friday, India sent medical aid worth USD 2 million to Nepal, reaffirming its commitment to the Neighbourhood First Policy. This assistance includes important medicines and vaccines for patients suffering from Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease. The first batch of 17,030 vaccine vials was officially handed over to Nepal, bringing new hope to many patients.
The Ministry of External Affairs made it clear that India responded quickly to Nepal’s request. India’s fast and generous action proves that its medical sector is not just strong but also deeply caring. The vaccines will help protect Thalassemia patients and give them a better chance at a healthier life. India’s effort reflects its spirit of respect, dialogue, peace, and prosperity towards its neighbours.
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🇮🇳 sends assistance consisting of medicines and vaccines for patients with Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease worth $2 million, responding to a request from Nepal.
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— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) April 25, 2025
But this is not a one-time gesture. India has been consistently stepping forward to help many other countries as well. Just a day before helping Nepal, India sent 4.8 tonnes of vaccines to Afghanistan. These vaccines included rabies, tetanus, hepatitis B, and influenza shots. Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health has appreciated this big help, as it will solve many healthcare problems in their country. India is clearly playing a key role in helping Afghanistan rebuild its healthcare system during tough times.
In fact, India’s hand of support has reached even further. In March and April 2025, after a terrible earthquake hit Myanmar, India launched Operation Brahma. Under this mission, India sent over 650 metric tonnes of humanitarian aid. Medical teams, field hospitals, life-saving medicines, and relief materials were all sent to help Myanmar’s people recover. This shows how India doesn’t just promise support, it delivers it in times of real need.
Similarly, in September 2024, when a deadly fire struck Chad in Africa, India immediately dispatched around 2,300 kilograms of essential medical aid. Life-saving antibiotics and other medicines from India helped many injured people survive. Once again, India showed that distance does not matter when it comes to saving lives.
And it doesn’t stop there. In December 2024, India came to Jamaica’s aid by sending around 60 tonnes of emergency medical equipment, generators, and supplies. This assistance helped Jamaica strengthen its healthcare system and be better prepared for disasters in the future. India’s constant support to countries in need is a true example of friendship and leadership.
Looking back even further, during the COVID-19 crisis between 2021 and 2023, India’s Vaccine Maitri initiative supplied over 30 crore doses of COVID-19 vaccines to 99 countries and two UN organizations. While many countries struggled, India stood strong and made sure that vaccines reached those who needed them most, proving itself as the “Pharmacy of the World.”
All these examples show that India’s medical system is powerful, efficient, and ready to serve. Whether it’s life-saving vaccines, emergency equipment, or humanitarian aid, India leads by example. It is not just about providing help, it’s about building strong friendships and creating a healthier world together.
Today, India is seen as a trustworthy partner by countries around the globe. From Nepal to Afghanistan, Myanmar to Chad, and Jamaica to the entire Global South, India’s hand of support has touched lives and saved many. With a strong and compassionate heart, India continues to inspire the world with its commitment to humanity.
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