In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand on 28 March 2025, Government of India GOI has launched Operation Brahma for rendering assistance to Myanmar.
Under MEA’s direction, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief efforts are being progressed in conjunction with Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, Indian Army, Indian Air Force and NDRF.
Indian Navy ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri, from the Eastern Naval Command ENC, have sailed for Yangon on 29 March 2025, as part of Indian Navy’s immediate response towards HADR. In addition, INS Karmuk and IN LCU 52 from the Andaman and Nicobar Command ANC are also sailing for Yangon as on 30 March 2025, to assist in the HADR operations. Approximately 52 Tons of relief material have been embarked onboard these ships, including HADR pallets consisting of essential clothing, drinking water, food, medicines, and emergency stores. Indian Navy remains committed to India’s resolve to remain First Responder in the region.
