India Delivers Emergency Aid to Nepal
On October 7, India provided emergency relief materials to Nepal to help families affected by recent floods and landslides. The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu reported that Second Secretary Narayan Singh handed over the aid to Banke’s Chief District Officer, Khagendra Prasad Rijal. The 4.2-tonne consignment included tarpaulins, sleeping bags, blankets, chlorine tablets, and water bottles, transported to Nepalgunj from India. Additional hygiene items and medicines are also being arranged.
India has a history of being a first responder in regional crises, as seen during the 2015 Nepal earthquake with Operation Maitri and the Jajarkot earthquake in 2023. The Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited and the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation contributed to the relief efforts by donating NPR 1 crore each to Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
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Emergency Relief -: Emergency relief means help given quickly to people who are in trouble, like after a natural disaster. It includes things like food, water, and shelter to help them survive.
Floods and Landslides -: Floods happen when there is too much water, usually from heavy rain, and it covers land that is normally dry. Landslides occur when rocks and soil slide down a hill or mountain, often due to rain.
Tonnes -: A tonne is a unit of weight. It is equal to 1,000 kilograms. So, 4.2 tonnes is 4,200 kilograms.
Tarpaulins -: Tarpaulins are large sheets made of strong, waterproof material. They are used to cover things and keep them dry, especially in emergencies.
NPR -: NPR stands for Nepalese Rupee, which is the currency used in Nepal. It is like how we use Indian Rupees in India.
Chief District Officer -: A Chief District Officer is a government official in charge of a district in Nepal. They help manage the area and coordinate relief efforts during emergencies.
Indian Companies -: These are businesses based in India. They can be involved in different industries like technology, manufacturing, or services, and sometimes they donate money to help in emergencies.
