India has been at the forefront of international relief efforts in Myanmar following a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28, which resulted in significant loss of life and infrastructure damage. The country's commitment to providing humanitarian aid is evident through various initiatives led by its diplomatic missions and military personnel.
In Yangon, Ambassador Abhay Thakur handed over essential items such as rice and cooking oil to a local community relief group, while the Consulate General of India in Mandalay provided critical equipment like a generator set and water purifier to support daily meals for 4,000 people at an Ambika temple kitchen. This aid is part of India's ongoing efforts to provide relief to those affected by the earthquake.
The Indian Army has been providing critical care at its Field Hospital in Mandalay, where over 1,650 patients have received treatment as of April 9, including 38 minor surgeries performed on that day alone. A specialist team of Indian Army Engineers, led by Commanding Officer, arrived in Myanmar on April 6 to provide humanitarian relief under Operation Brahma and assessed the Old Ava railway bridge in Mandalay.
India has also been providing critical technical input to guide relief and reconstruction measures following the earthquake. The State Administration Council reports 3,645 deaths, 5,017 injuries, and 148 unaccounted-for individuals as of the latest update.