US EditionSri Lanka Hails India’s Operation Sagar Bandhu, Honours INS Vikrant Among Foreign Vessels for Cyclone Relief
- On Jan 1, the Sri Lanka Navy honoured eight foreign vessels, including two from India, for aid after Cyclone Ditwah caused over 600 deaths.
- When Ditwah made landfall on November 27, eight foreign naval warships had arrived for the International Fleet Review 2025 and were redirected to support relief efforts.
- Operation Sagar Bandhu delivered over 1,100 tonnes of relief, about 14.5 tons of medicines, and 60 tons of equipment, while Mi-17 helicopters of the Indian Air Force operated for more than two weeks.
- Following the relief, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya thanked diplomatic teams, and India on December 23 announced a USD 350 million reconstruction package, including USD 350 million in concessional Lines of Credit and USD 100 million of grants.
- A Navy release framed the assistance as highlighting global and regional cooperation, noting Operation Sagar Bandhu began on the day Ditwah made landfall.
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Sri Lanka hails India’s Operation Sagar Bandhu, honours INS Vikrant among foreign vessels for cyclone relief
The Sri Lanka Navy has honoured eight foreign vessels, including two from India, for their vital assistance during Cyclone Ditwah, which claimed over 600 lives. Indian Navy ships INS Vikrant and INS Udayagiri played a major role in rescue and relief under Operation Sagar Bandhu, as Sri Lanka faced severe flooding, landslides and infrastructure damage.
Global Solidarity Shines as Nations Rally for Cyclone Ditwah Relief
Eight foreign vessels, including two from India, have been commended for aiding Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah, which caused over 600 deaths. The Sri Lanka Navy praised their vital humanitarian assistance, underscoring international cooperation. India's Operation Sagar Bandhu played a crucial role, delivering substantial relief materials and support.
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