Operation Sagar Bandhu
Indian Army Pioneers Satellite Internet Deployment for Disaster Relief in Sri Lanka: A Technological Breakthrough
Dec 16, 2025 02:00 pm CST
The Indian Army has made history by successfully deploying Eutelsat's OneWeb satellite internet to restore critical communications in flood-ravaged Sri Lanka. This groundbreaking initiative, part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, enabled 24/7 telemedicine services and coordinated relief efforts when terrestrial networks failed. The deployment demonstrates the transformative potential of space-based internet technology in humanitarian disaster response while highlighting regulatory challenges for wider adoption in India.
Indian Air Force Airlifts 65-Tonne Bailey Bridge to Sri Lanka in Massive Cyclone Ditwah Relief Operation
Dec 04, 2025 10:42 am CST
India's Operation Sagar Bandhu delivers critical humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah, including a 65-tonne Bailey Bridge airlifted by IAF C-17, while NDRF teams continue rescue operations in flood-affected areas where over 400 people have lost their lives.
India Refutes Pakistan's False Claims About Airspace Denial for Sri Lanka Humanitarian Aid
Dec 03, 2025 10:34 am CST
India has firmly rejected Pakistan's allegations of airspace denial for humanitarian assistance to cyclone-devastated Sri Lanka, with MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirming that permission was granted expeditiously on the same day as the request. While Pakistan claimed delays exceeding 60 hours, India remains committed to supporting Sri Lanka's recovery through Operation Sagar Bandhu as the island nation confronts a disaster that has claimed over 400 lives.
India's Operation Sagar Bandhu: Providing Critical Relief to Sri Lanka After Cyclone Ditwah Devastation
Dec 02, 2025 12:35 pm CST
India has launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka following the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah. With over 400 people dead or missing, Indian forces are conducting rescue operations and delivering essential supplies, earning heartfelt gratitude from Sri Lankan citizens who publicly acknowledged India's rapid response and critical aid during this catastrophic flooding disaster.
India Grants Rapid Airspace Clearance for Pakistan's Sri Lanka Aid Flight Amid Cyclone Ditwah Crisis
Dec 02, 2025 08:12 am CST
India has swiftly approved Pakistan's request to use its airspace for delivering humanitarian aid to cyclone-devastated Sri Lanka, refuting claims of denial. As part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has itself dispatched 53 tons of relief materials and specialized rescue teams to assist Sri Lanka, where Cyclone Ditwah has claimed over 330 lives and caused massive flooding.
Cyclone Ditwah: Educational Institutions Closed in Chennai and Neighboring Districts as India Provides Relief to Affected Areas
Dec 02, 2025 06:16 am CST
Educational institutions across Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram districts have suspended operations due to Cyclone Ditwah's threat of heavy rainfall. Three fatalities have been reported in Tamil Nadu while Sri Lanka faces devastating impacts with 334 confirmed deaths. India has launched Operation Sagar Bandhu, sending 53 tons of relief materials and conducting extensive rescue operations across the region.
PM Modi Offers Continued Support to Sri Lanka for Cyclone Ditwah Recovery Efforts
Dec 02, 2025 01:05 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, pledging India's ongoing support for rehabilitation efforts following Cyclone Ditwah's devastation. Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has already deployed rescue teams and relief materials to assist the island nation, where over 1.15 million people have been affected and 366 deaths reported. The leaders emphasized the importance of bilateral cooperation during this humanitarian crisis.
Indian Air Force Evacuates Over 300 Indians From Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka in Major Rescue Operation
Dec 01, 2025 02:17 pm CST
The Indian Air Force has successfully evacuated more than 300 Indian nationals stranded in Sri Lanka due to Cyclone Ditwah. As part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, IAF aircraft transported the evacuees to Thiruvananthapuram, while also conducting rescue missions for locals in landslide-affected areas. IAF helicopters have completed over 12 sorties, evacuating both Indian and foreign nationals from disaster zones.
Indian Navy Deploys Chetak Helicopters for Critical Rescue Operations in Flood-Ravaged Sri Lanka
Nov 30, 2025 03:25 pm CST
Indian Navy's Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant are conducting rescue operations in Sri Lanka following devastating floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has deployed military assets and relief supplies to assist the island nation where at least 123 people have died and thousands have been displaced. The cyclone is now moving toward India's eastern coast, where red alerts have been issued.
India's Swift Response: Emergency Aid and Rescue Operations for Sri Lankan Cyclone Ditwah Victims
Nov 29, 2025 10:48 pm CST
India has mobilized significant humanitarian assistance for Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah, establishing emergency support for stranded citizens at Colombo's international airport while delivering over 20 tonnes of relief supplies and dispatching specialized rescue teams to help with recovery efforts in a country reporting 123 deaths and 15,000 destroyed homes.