So far 137 tonnes of relief material has been delivered to Yangon, in addition to the rescue teams, specialised medical compliments and the naval ships to extend help in recovery.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) led Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) efforts are being progressed in conjunction with Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (IDS), Indian Army, Indian Air Force and National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF).Indian Navy ships Satpura and Savitri, from the Eastern Naval Command, had sailed for Yangon on 29 March 2025, as part of the Indian Navy’s immediate response towards HADR.The Indian Army was quick in its response and mobilised specialised medical teams.The Army said, “As part of India’s commitment to HADR operations, a specialised rescue team from 50 (I) Para Brigade has been swiftly deployed to Myanmar under Operation Brahma.””The first Relief and Rescue detachment of 10 personnel landed at Mandalay International Airport, Myanmar at 5:45 pm MST.” On Sunday the Army said.The 50 Parachute Brigade is a specialised formation of the Indian army adept in quick response.The Army team, comprising 118 personnel, including medical and communication units, air-landed at Myanmar Capital Nay Pyi Taw based International Airport at 2330 hours (Myanmar Time) on 29 March 2025. The operation is being led by the Commander of the 50 (I) Para Brigade,” the army added. Commander is a Brigadier Rank officer.
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