Dhaka, July 22 -- A team of burn-specialist doctors and nurses with necessary medical support from India are scheduled to arrive in Dhaka shortly to treat aircraft crash victims, said the Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday night.

They will make an assessment of the condition of patients with recommendation for further treatment and specialised care in India as necessary.

Additional medical teams may also follow depending on their preliminary assessment and treatment, UNB reports citing the MEA.

On July 21, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences at the loss of lives in the tragic air crash in Dhaka and had conveyed assurances of support and assistance.

Earlier, the Indian High Commission in Dhaka formally...