An excuse to send people in-country, maintain contacts, corrupt the Taliban in that corner of the country, and succor the locals so they're less desperate to migrate to India. And a chance to show that India is a leading country in the region, able to afford to take the lead in aiding her less fortunate neighbours. Probably other things that I haven’t thought of, as well — India has much to be proud of, especially compared to Pakistan, which on the day of their joint independence looked more likely to succeed.
[FinancialExpress] Notably, India’s commitment extends beyond medical assistance; it extends to the realm of education and welfare.Amidst the escalating humanitarian crisis and pleas from UN agencies, India remains steadfast in its commitment to providing vital assistance, encompassing medical aid and sustenance, to the people of Afghanistan.
"The government in partnership with the United Nations
...an organization originally established to war on dictatorships which was promptly infiltrated by dictatorships and is now held in thrall to dictatorships...
World Food Programme (UNWFP), has undertaken the internal distribution of wheat aid within Afghanistan. A substantial total of 47,500 metric tons of wheat has been dispatched to UNWFP centers in Afghanistan through the ongoing shipments, routed via the Chabahar Port and subsequently handed over at Heart," said sources.
This contribution from India has garnered recognition from pivotal stakeholders in Afghanistan, with the UNWFP expressing gratitude.
In a recent tweet, the UNWFP expressed, "For the first half of this year, 16 million people in Afghanistan received life-saving food from WFP. We are grateful for generous donors like India who make that happen."
Turning to the medical assistance front, India’s unwavering support has encompassed the dispatch of nearly 200 tons of medical supplies, comprising essential medications, COVID vaccines, anti-TB drugs, and an array of medical and surgical items. Pediatric Stethoscopes, Sphygmomanometers with pediatric BP cuffs, infusion pumps, drip chamber sets, electrocautery devices, nylon sutures, and more were presented to the authorities at the Indira Gandhi Children’s Hospital in Kabul.
Notably, India’s commitment extends beyond medical assistance; it extends to the realm of education and welfare. The Habibia School in Kabul has continued to receive India’s backing, with assistance in the form of winter clothing and stationery items for primary students.
Recent strides have seen India forge a partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes (UNODC) in Afghanistan, aimed at extending aid to the vulnerable drug user population, particularly females. This partnership has resulted in the supply of 1100 units of female hygiene kits and blankets, as well as medical assistance, to UNODC in Kabul. These essential provisions are slated for utilization in UNODC’s female drug rehabilitation camps spanning across Afghanistan. Notably, India is set to extend its support further by providing medical aid for these rehabilitation camps.
In a time of uncertainty and adversity, India’s unflinching solidarity with the Afghan people not only underscores its commitment to humanitarian causes but also signifies its unwavering role as a responsible global player. Through its multifaceted assistance initiatives, India strives to alleviate the hardships faced by the Afghan populace and contribute towards a more stable and secure future for the nation.
In March this year, India undertook a remarkable humanitarian endeavor, delivering a substantial quantity of wheat to the "people of Afghanistan" through the Chabahar port situated in Iran. Notably, while the Chabahar port has previously been utilized for extending assistance to Afghanistan, this occasion marks a significant milestone, being the first instance following the takeover by the Taliban
...the Pashtun equivalent of men...A statement from the Ministry of External Affairs underscored India’s proactive stance, stating, "With the objective of addressing the prevailing humanitarian crisis, India announced its collaboration with UNWFP to facilitate the conveyance of 20,000 metric tons of wheat to the Afghan population through the Chabahar Port." It is worth mentioning that India effectively employed the Chabahar port to transport 75,000 metric tons of wheat as humanitarian food aid to Afghanistan in the year 2020.