- India has extended support to Mozambique under the Operation Sahayata 19 after the country was struck by Category -2 storm Cyclone Idai.
- India has become one of the first international responders to the natural disaster in Mozambique.
- The first batch of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) material including food, medicines and clothing reached Port Beira of Mozambique on March 20. The assistance provided by India is mentioned below
- Total rescued from Buzi area 15+99+ 67 = 181
● Helicopter Ops 6 h
● Three Medical evacuations by Chetak
● Food dropping by helicopter
● Medical aid given to 146 + 417 (today) = 563
● Community Service done in three locations
● Provided food to locals – 450
