Kabul | November 3,2025 | Sky Link Times
India Extends Humanitarian Hand:
In a strong gesture of humanitarian cooperation, India Extends Humanitarian Hand and delivered over 16 tonnes of medicines and diagnostic kits to Afghanistan to help fight vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, and leishmaniasis, according to an announcement made by Taliban spokesperson Sharafat Zaman on Sunday.
This vital aid aims to strengthen Afghanistan’s public health capacity and support its National Malaria and Other Vector-Borne Diseases Prevention Programme, a key initiative under the country’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH).
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A Lifesaving Gesture from India
Zaman, in a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), expressed gratitude to the Indian government, highlighting the donation as a “significant gesture of humanitarian assistance.” He added that the medicines and diagnostic kits will enhance Afghanistan’s ability to prevent and control diseases that continue to threaten communities across multiple provinces.
“The Government of India has extended a significant gesture of humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan by gifting over 16 tonnes of anti-vector-borne disease medicines and diagnostic kits,” Zaman stated.
This latest medical delivery underscores India’s ongoing commitment to support Afghanistan’s health sector, as part of its long-term strategy of humanitarian and developmental engagement.
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Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation in Health
The Ministry of Public Health in Kabul has expressed deep appreciation for India’s timely and valuable assistance, noting that the aid represents an important step toward improving Afghanistan’s healthcare infrastructure.
Officials said the supplies will be particularly beneficial in high-risk regions where outbreaks of malaria and dengue are most prevalent. The support not only delivers immediate relief but also reinforces Afghanistan’s capacity-building efforts in disease surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment.
India’s assistance comes shortly after Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi visited New Delhi in October, where he held discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. The two sides discussed India’s continued support for Afghanistan’s development, public health, and trade cooperation.
India’s Continued Humanitarian Role
During the visit, Jaishankar also announced the donation of five ambulances and additional food supplies for earthquake-affected people in Afghanistan. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated that such initiatives reflect India’s enduring commitment to the Afghan people.
This latest delivery of medical aid highlights India’s role as a reliable and responsible partner in promoting health, stability, and humanitarian assistance in the region.
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