India has launched a major humanitarian mission to earthquake-devastated Venezuela, deploying military aircraft loaded with emergency relief supplies, medical equipment and specialised rescue personnel as the South American nation struggles to recover from one of its deadliest natural disasters in recent memory.
According to Antigua News Room, Indian Honorary Consul to Antigua and Barbuda Vijay Tewani confirmed that the Government of India activated "Operation Amistad" in direct response to the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last Wednesday, triggering widespread destruction and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
Tewani said two Indian Air Force military transport aircraft have been deployed, carrying tonnes of emergency supplies — including food, medicines and essential equipment — along with a fully equipped field hospital and specialised search-and-rescue teams.
"The Government of India acted swiftly to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Venezuela during this difficult time," Tewani said. "Operation Amistad reflects India's longstanding commitment to supporting nations affected by natural disasters."
The deployed field hospital is expected to deliver emergency medical treatment to survivors, while Indian rescue personnel work alongside Venezuelan authorities in search, rescue and recovery operations.
India joins a growing coalition of nations that have mobilised aid for Venezuela following the powerful earthquakes, which have claimed hundreds of lives, injured thousands and displaced many more.
International relief efforts continue to intensify as rescue crews search for survivors trapped beneath collapsed structures and humanitarian organisations work to provide shelter, food, clean water and medical care to affected communities.
Officials say the Indian mission highlights the critical role of international cooperation in responding to large-scale humanitarian emergencies as Venezuela begins the lengthy process of recovery and rebuilding.
