New Delhi, April 7: India has once again demonstrated its commitment to global cooperation and assistance by sending 250 metric tons of food aid to Seychelles. This initiative aims to promote solidarity and integrity in food security and biodiversity conservation among developing nations.
Additionally, India will provide further support under a special economic package of 175 million US dollars.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal announced on the social media platform ‘X’, stating, “A shipment of 250 metric tons of food has been sent from India to Seychelles. More assistance will be provided under the declared special economic package of 175 million US dollars.”
India has consistently delivered humanitarian aid to various countries, reflecting its commitment to global support. Earlier this week, India also provided food assistance to African nations struggling with crises, including Mozambique, Malawi, and Burkina Faso.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, India sent 1,000 metric tons of rice to drought-affected Malawi, 1,000 metric tons of rice to Burkina Faso, and 500 metric tons of rice along with relief materials to flood-hit Mozambique.
Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, “India has sent 1,000 metric tons of rice to Burkina Faso as humanitarian aid. This aims to ensure food security for vulnerable communities and internally displaced persons. This initiative reflects India’s ongoing commitment as a reliable partner for development, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief for countries in the Global South.”
This humanitarian effort comes at a time when several African countries are facing severe crises.
Burkina Faso is grappling with one of the most serious humanitarian crises in the region, where millions are in need of assistance. Furthermore, violence linked to Islamic extremist groups and political instability has persisted since the coup in 2022.
According to an article from the Jerusalem Post, Malawi is facing a food crisis due to drought associated with El Niño, while Mozambique has experienced devastating floods.
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