Archive · 9 Dec 2025
Sri Lanka Thanks India for Cyclone Aid
A big storm called Cyclone Ditwah caused a lot of damage in Sri Lanka.
Many people died, and many more are missing.
The storm destroyed homes, roads, and even religious places like temples and churches.
India sent a ship with lots of food, clothes, and other important things to help.
They also sent doctors and engineers to fix roads and take care of people who are hurt.
The leader of Sri Lanka said thank you to India for all the help.
India is also working with Sri Lanka to make sure people get the help they need.
India sent 700 tonnes of food, essentials, and clothing to Sri Lanka aboard INS Gharial.
Sri Lanka's Deputy Foreign Minister expressed gratitude to India for swift and sustained assistance.
Operation Sagar Bandhu, launched by India, provides urgent search, rescue, and humanitarian support.
Cyclone Ditwah has caused severe damage, including the destruction of 764 religious places.
Indian Army's Engineering Task Force is working to restore connectivity and construct a Bailey Bridge in Kilinochchi.
- Who
- Sri Lankan government and Indian government and military
- What
- India provides relief and rescue efforts to Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah
- When
- Ongoing, with updates on December 9
- Where
- Sri Lanka, particularly Trincomalee and affected areas
- Why
- To provide urgent assistance and support to Sri Lanka in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah
Sri Lanka
India
Gratitude for Assistance
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka expresses deep appreciation for India's timely and substantial aid, including food, essentials, and technical support.
India
India provides urgent relief and rescue efforts through Operation Sagar Bandhu, demonstrating solidarity and support for Sri Lanka.
- Assistance Received
- 700 tonnes of food, essentials, and clothing from Tamil Nadu
- Operation Name
- Operation Sagar Bandhu
- Religious Places Damaged
- 764 (379 Buddhist temples, 165 Hindu Kovils, 63 Catholic Churches, 157 Mosques)
- Indian Army's Role
- Restoring connectivity along main road arteries, constructing a Bailey Bridge in Kilinochchi
- Indian Field Hospital
- Operational in Mahiyanganaya, providing trauma care, surgeries, and critical medical services
Sources
Southeast Asia launches recovery package as death toll rises from worst cyclone yet
‘Basic Needs Lacking’: Nearly 1,600 Dead as Floods Batter Indonesia, Sri Lanka
627 dead, 190 missing: Sri Lanka doubles military deployment for flood disaster recovery
India's 'Neighbourhood First' in action: Army engineers race to restore Sri Lanka's key bridges
Indonesia battles food, medical shortages after floods kill hundreds
Cyclone Ditwah to delay Sri Lanka’s fragile recovery, worsen poverty
Sri Lanka bids farewell to 2 IAF choppers involved in relief work
