India launches 'Operation Karuna' to provide aid to Myanmar

India launches 'Operation Karuna' to provide aid to Myanmar

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Category : International Published on: May 22 2023

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  • India launched "Operation Karuna" to provide humanitarian assistance for people in Myanmar, which is affected by Cyclone Mocha. 
  • Three ships from India carrying relief material reached Yangon on 18th May.
  • Indian Naval Ships Shivalik, Kamorta and Savitri were the first Naval ships to arrive at Yangon with relief material on 18th May.
  • The ships are carrying emergency food supplies, tents, essential medicines, water pumps, portable generators, clothes, hygiene items, etc.
  • Indian Navy Committed to Ensuring Security and Growth for All in the Region
  • India has always been at the forefront in providing assistance to its neighbors during such calamities.
  • Cyclone Mocha has been classified as a 'Super Cyclone' by the global weather website Zoom Earth.
  • The name of the storm 'Mocha' has been suggested by Yemen.
  • Mocha originated in the Bay of Bengal.
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