Modi says India ready to assist Sri Lanka as cyclone impact grows

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Indian FM says Operation Sagar Bandhu launched to provide relief material to Colombo

Indian Prime Minister

Narendra Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed solidarity with Sri Lanka as Cyclone Ditwah continues to cause widespread destruction, saying India stands prepared to extend further assistance as needed.

In a message posted on X, Modi offered condolences to families who lost loved ones and wished a swift recovery for affected communities. He said India had already dispatched relief supplies and humanitarian assistance under Operation Sagar Bandhu and remained ready to provide additional support in the coming days.

He added that India’s response reflects its Neighbourhood First policy and its broader Vision MAHASAGAR, reaffirming New Delhi’s commitment to stand with Sri Lanka during crises.

Indian Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar yesterday said India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to provide relief materials to Sri Lanka with two visiting naval ships INS Vikrant and INS Udaygiri handing over materials to Colombo yesterday.