News Analysis / Operation Kaveri
Published on: April 26, 2023
Source: The Hindu
Context:
India has started ‘Operation Kaveri’ to evacuate its nationals owing to the Current Crisis in Sudan.
About Operation Kaveri:
Indian Government undertaking rescue operation to bring back Indian citizens stranded in Sudan
Official data suggests approximately 4,000 Indians currently in Sudan
Two C-130 aircraft and navy ship INS Sumedha on standby for evacuation
Reason for Evacuation:
Background:
President Omar al-Bashir overthrown by military generals in April 2019 after widespread protests.
Power-sharing body called Sovereignty Council established to lead Sudan to elections by end of 2023.
Military overthrew transitional government led by Abdalla Hamdok in October 2021.
Recent Developments:
General Burhan and General Dagalo became de-facto leaders of Sudan.
Power struggle between Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) generals.
Preliminary deal reached in December 2021 for political transition, but negotiations hit a roadblock over RSF integration with SAF.
Disagreements over timetable and security sector reforms led to tensions and clashes.
Dagalo wanted to delay RSF integration for 10 years, while army said it should take place in the next two years.
About RSF:
Impact of the Current Crisis in Sudan