India sends emergency relief supplies to flood and earthquake-hit Afghanistan
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Why in news
India dispatched a new shipment of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan following a devastating earthquake and recent floods.
Background
The External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed the shipment includes kitchen sets and hygiene kits. The earthquake near Kabul resulted in at least 12 deaths and tremors were felt as far as Delhi NCR.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAt least 12 people were killed in the earthquake near Kabul.
- FactTremors from the earthquake were felt in Delhi NCR and northern India.
- FactHumanitarian aid shipment includes kitchen sets and hygiene kits.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan in the context of its 'Neighborhood First' policy and regional stability.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical leverage: Soft power projection through disaster relief in a volatile region
- Logistical constraints: Challenges in delivering humanitarian aid to conflict-affected territories
Keywords: Humanitarian Assistance · Soft Power · Neighborhood First Policy · Disaster Diplomacy
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