Relief materials being dispatched to Afghanistan after the earthquake

India sends aid to Afghanistan after earthquake kills over 800 people | AI News Digest

Published: September 1, 2025, 4:09 p.m. World Positive

India has dispatched relief materials to Afghanistan following a devastating 6-magnitude earthquake that resulted in over 800 fatalities. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar communicated with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to assess the situation and pledge additional aid. The earthquake, which struck Kunar province, caused widespread destruction, leaving entire villages buried under landslides. India has already sent 1,000 family tents and 15 tonnes of food to the affected areas, with more aid on the way. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and emphasized India's commitment to providing humanitarian assistance during this crisis.

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