India Launches ‘Operation Brahma’ To Aid Earthquake-Hit Myanmar With Massive Relief Effort

With over 1,000 dead in Myanmar, India responds swiftly by sending rescue teams, naval ships, and 15 tonnes of humanitarian supplies under its emergency mission.

March 29, 2025: India has launched “Operation Brahma,” an emergency relief initiative to assist Myanmar in the aftermath of a catastrophic 7.7 magnitude earthquake that has claimed over 1,000 lives and injured more than 2,300.

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In a swift and coordinated response, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Myanmar’s Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, offering heartfelt condolences and reaffirming India’s commitment to stand by its neighbour in this moment of crisis.

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“India stands in solidarity with the people of Myanmar in this difficult hour,” PM Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter).

The Indian government has already delivered 15 tonnes of relief materials to Yangon via a C130J Indian Air Force aircraft. The supplies include tents, sleeping bags, blankets, ready-to-eat meals, water purifiers, generator sets, solar lamps, and essential medicines.

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Rescue Teams and Naval Ships Deployed

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar confirmed that Indian Navy ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri are en route to Myanmar carrying an additional 40 tonnes of humanitarian aid, set to dock at Yangon port.

An 80-member National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team has also been dispatched from Ghaziabad. This elite search-and-rescue unit, led by Commandant P.K. Tiwary of the 8th battalion, is equipped with rescue dogs and adheres to INSARAG (International Search and Rescue Advisory Group) protocols.

This marks only the third international deployment of the NDRF, following their missions in the 2015 Nepal and 2023 Turkey earthquakes.

Operation in Full Swing

The relief materials were handed over to Yangon Chief Minister U Soe Thein by India’s ambassador to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur. More aircraft carrying relief supplies and 60 para-field ambulances are also scheduled to depart shortly from Hindon Air Base.

“Operation Brahma is now fully underway,” tweeted Jaishankar. “India is acting as a First Responder to assist our neighbours in need.”

The Indian Embassy in Myanmar is coordinating relief operations and remains in constant contact with the local Indian community. An emergency helpline (+95-95419602) has been activated.

Humanitarian Catastrophe

Myanmar’s military regime officially confirmed the death toll has crossed 1,002, with over 2,376 injured. The quake has flattened buildings, collapsed historic bridges, and severely impacted infrastructure.

Rescue efforts are still underway, with authorities warning that the numbers could rise as more areas become accessible.

India’s rapid deployment under Operation Brahma underscores its role as a regional humanitarian leader and reflects its commitment to ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy.

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