Sri Lanka, Dec. 3 -- The Indian Army has deployed a specialized contingent to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu to assist communities affected by severe flooding caused by Cyclone Ditwah.

The contingent includes medical, engineering, and signals units equipped to provide immediate and sustained relief. The medical team features Advanced Dressing Stations (ADS) and Mobile Surgical Teams (MST), with operating theatres capable of conducting major and minor surgeries and facilities to accommodate 20-30 patients at a time. Engineering personnel are supporting the restoration of essential services and infrastructure, while the signals team ensures uninterrupted communication for ongoing relief efforts.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaisha...