India Extends Medical and Food Assistance to Sri Lanka

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December 15, Colombo (LNW): The Government of India has provided a fresh consignment of humanitarian supplies to Sri Lanka, comprising essential medicines and dry food items, as part of ongoing support to the country.

The shipment, which includes 17 types of critical pharmaceuticals along with more than 14,200 kilogrammes of dry rations, was formally handed over at Bandaranaike International Airport. Indian Deputy High Commissioner Dr Satyanjal Pandey presented the supplies to Sri Lanka’s Minister of Health, Nalinda Jayatissa.

Officials said the assistance was arranged in response to a request from the Sri Lankan Health Ministry and is expected to strengthen healthcare services and support vulnerable communities during the current recovery period.

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