India Dispatches Second Flight Carrying 37.5 Tons of Relief Supplies to Nepal

27th August 2026, Kathmandu

India has dispatched a second relief flight carrying 37.5 tons of humanitarian aid, disaster response materials, medicines, and food supplies to support Nepali citizens affected by recent floods and landslides.

India Dispatches Second Flight

Official Announcement and Diplomatic Commitment

External Affairs Minister Statement: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced via social media that the second flight had departed for Nepal loaded with essential supplies.

Ongoing Support Pledged: Jaishankar confirmed that India remains in continuous contact with Nepali authorities and committed to extending robust assistance to ongoing rescue and relief efforts.

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Background Context: The decision to mobilize emergency relief flights follows catastrophic flash floods and landslides in the Bhote Koshi region, which resulted in major loss of life and destruction across the country.

Scope of Humanitarian Supplies

Emergency Relief and Equipment: The consignment contains specialized equipment designed for immediate disaster rescue and recovery operations.

Pharmaceuticals and Essentials: The cargo includes vital pharmaceuticals and medical supplies alongside packaged food and daily necessity kits for displaced citizens.

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