A Disaster of Unprecedented Scale
By | Gitanjali Thorat | PR Desk
Mumbai : Cyclone Ditwah unleashed massive devastation across Sri Lanka, triggering severe floods and landslides.
Thousands of homes were destroyed as entire neighbourhoods vanished under rising waters.
The death toll continues to climb, while hundreds remain missing across the worst-hit districts.
Authorities warn that several regions remain inaccessible and severely waterlogged.
A Nation Submerged
Sri Lanka is facing one of its worst natural disasters in recent memory.
Relentless rains submerged towns, swept away roads, and isolated entire communities.
Rapid evacuations became unavoidable as major dams and rivers reached dangerous levels.
Shelters soon overflowed as families fled with only the clothes they were wearing.
The Human Toll
Behind the crisis lie heartbreaking stories of loss and helplessness.
Generations-old homes collapsed within minutes under landslides and floodwater.
Families waded through waist-deep water searching for higher ground and safety.
Food, clean water and medical assistance became scarce as supplies ran out.
India Responds: A Neighbour’s Promise in Action
India acted swiftly, launching Operation Sagar Bandhu within hours of the crisis.
Indian Air Force aircraft delivered tonnes of essential supplies to Colombo.
Indian Navy ships arrived with relief materials and logistical support for coastal areas.
NDRF teams joined rescue efforts, clearing debris and evacuating stranded families.
A Relationship Beyond Diplomacy
India’s relief efforts strengthened a humanitarian bond beyond politics.
Sri Lankans welcomed the rapid response from their closest regional partner.
Both nations share deep historical, cultural and economic ties that shape their cooperation.
In times of crisis, this friendship transforms into immediate and decisive action.
As waters recede, Sri Lanka moves into the challenging phase of recovery.
Thousands of families must rebuild homes and restart shattered livelihoods.
Critical infrastructure — roads, bridges and power lines — needs urgent repair.
India has assured continued support through more relief, expertise and reconstruction aid.
A Shared Future in a Changing Climate
Cyclone Ditwah highlights the shared climate vulnerabilities of South Asian nations.
Extreme weather events are increasing, demanding stronger regional cooperation.
Joint preparedness, resilient infrastructure and early warning systems are essential.
India’s response in Sri Lanka stands as a model of solidarity in a climate-affected world.
