New Delhi acted decisively after Pakistan’s alleged airstrike obliterated a key Kabul hospital on March 16 night. Shipping out 2.5 tons of critical medical aid—including emergency medicines, disposables, kits, and devices—India is bolstering Afghanistan’s strained healthcare system overwhelmed by casualties.
The Ministry of External Affairs shared details via X: ‘To aid treatment and swift recovery of those injured in the heinous March 16 attack, India has sent 2.5 tons of emergency medical supplies to Kabul.’ This gesture reinforces India’s solidarity, with promises of ongoing support.
According to Taliban reports, the strike hit a 2,000-bed facility, killing around 400 and wounding over 250. Deputy spokesman Mullah Hamdullah Fitrat highlighted massive destruction, while spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid publicly denounced the assault.
Global outrage mounted as UN’s Richard Bennett demanded a transparent probe into what he termed a ‘crime against humanity.’ He urged holding perpetrators accountable and aiding affected families.
This aid shipment reflects India’s proactive diplomacy in South Asia, prioritizing human lives over geopolitical frictions. As Afghanistan mourns and rebuilds, New Delhi’s contribution could prove pivotal in saving lives and stabilizing the crisis-hit capital.