The Ministry of External Affairs has said that the Army Field Hospital is continuing with its relief efforts in earthquake-hit Venezuela. In a post on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “Operation Amistad: Extending a helping hand. Making a difference. The Army Field Hospital’s relief efforts in Venezuela.”
The Indian embassy in Venezuela said India has donated two BHISHM cubes to Venezuela as part of Operation Amistad. “Indian Army doctors gave a live demo to Venezuelan medical officers about the uses and deployment of BHISHM cube.”
Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez on Sunday thanked India for its assistance in the wake of massive earthquakes. Rodriguez said that Venezuela will be reborn.
In a post on X, she said, “We honour the rescuers from the United Kingdom, Qatar, France, India, Barbados, Brazil, and Argentina in recognition of their invaluable work and the solidarity they have shown with Venezuela during these days of sorrow. We will never forget their dedication, courage, and commitment! Carry with you our gratitude and a piece of Venezuela in your hearts. On behalf of all the Venezuelan people, receive our most sincere thanks. Venezuela will never forget your noble gesture.”
Meanwhile, Venezuela marked its 215th Independence Day on Sunday as citizens continue to grapple with grief following a pair of deadly earthquakes on June 24. Rodriguez sought to project strength during a military service in honour of the annual holiday.
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