In this picture posted on April 5, 2026, a recent consignment of relief supplies being dispatched to Afghanistan, to assist these affected by the current floods and an earthquake within the nation. Photo: X@MEAIndia
India on Sunday (April 5, 2026) stated it dispatched a recent consignment of relief supplies to Afghanistan to assist these affected by the current floods and an earthquake.
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated India is dedicated to extending humanitarian help to the Afghan folks on this difficult time.
“At this time of hardship being faced by Afghan people due to recent floods and earthquake, India delivers HADR [Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief] materials, including kitchen sets, hygiene kits, plastic sheets, tarpaulins, sleeping bags, and more,” he stated.
“India stands in solidarity with the people of Afghanistan and remains committed to extending humanitarian assistance and support during this challenging time,” Mr. Jaiswal stated on social media.
At least 12 people were killed on the outskirts of Kabul after a 5.8 magnitude earthquake rocked northern Afghanistan on April 3. The quake, centred at a depth of 150 km, sent shockwaves to several parts of Delhi NCR. Tremors have been additionally felt in different elements of north India, together with Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana.
(with inputs from PTI)
Published – April 06, 2026 08:15 am IST
