India’s Earthquake Relief Mission Earns Venezuela’s Praise

New Delhi, July 4, 2026 India’s humanitarian response to Venezuela’s devastating earthquake has reinforced the growing partnership between the two countries, with its emergency medical mission receiving high-level appreciation. The field hospital established under **Operation Amistad** has become a vital lifeline for survivors, highlighting India’s commitment to extending timely assistance during humanitarian crises while strengthening bilateral ties. During a visit to the facility on Saturday, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil, accompanied by India’s Ambassador to Venezuela, P.K. Ashok Babu, commended the medical services being delivered by the Indian team and described the initiative as a “moving demonstration of solidarity.” Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India’s support, he said, “We want to inform you that we have toured this field hospital. A field hospital that has been set up by the Government of India, a friendly government, a brotherly government. Ashok Babu, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of India to Venezuela, is with us here, along with the commander who has been in charge of operations here, and colleague Julio Leon, President of the National Hippodrome Institute, whose facilities are providing support for the installation of this hospital.” Highlighting the scale of assistance, Gil added, “We have seen that 400 people a day are being assisted in various matters. We are going to see in the videos people who have suffered injuries, fractures and hematomas during the earthquakes. We have also seen people receiving dental care, X-ray services and minor surgeries. We have even seen care being provided to rescuers who were injured while carrying out rescue operations for their compatriots. In other words, we have witnessed comprehensive care, Ambassador.” Referring to Acting President Delcy Rodriguez’s recent visit to India, Gil said India’s support reflected the deep friendship shared by both nations. “I would like to thank the Government of India and its Prime Minister Modi. We recently visited India, and here is a sample of brotherhood. This is the brotherhood of peoples, serving the Venezuelan people and standing with us in this moment of grief. I repeat, more than 400 people are treated daily at this field hospital, primarily those affected by the seismic events of June 24,” he said. Expressing gratitude for the efforts of the Indian teams, he added, “We have no words to thank you, Ambassador. Please convey to the Government of India, on behalf of Acting President Delcy Rodriguez, all our love and gratitude. Our appreciation also goes to the Indian Armed Forces personnel, the doctors, nurses and paramedics who have been working tirelessly 24 hours a day at this hospital. Thanks also to the National Hippodrome Institute, which has been providing all the logistical support for its installation.” Gil further assured citizens that relief efforts were continuing under the leadership of Acting President Delcy Rodriguez. “And well, the people of Venezuela are united. Venezuela is not alone, with President Delcy at the helm coordinating all these operations, the Bolivarian government. Thank you again,” he said. The recognition comes as Venezuela continues to deal with the aftermath of the June 24 earthquake. According to WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the disaster has claimed more than 2,300 lives, injured over 5,000 people and displaced nearly 16,000 residents. As emergency operations move into the recovery phase, India’s humanitarian outreach continues to provide critical medical support, reflecting the value of international cooperation in responding to large-scale disasters.