YANGON, 15 April 2025 -Medical teams from India and Russia, deployed to assist victims of the recent earthquake in Mandalay Region, officially concluded their humanitarian operations and departed on April 14, according to an official statement.

The Indian contingent, led by Lt. Col. Jagneet Gill of the Indian Army Medical Corps, had been operating a temporary hospital at the old airport site in Chanmyathazi Township. Simultaneously, the Russian Search and Rescue and Medical Team, headed by Major General Sergey Voroutsov, provided medical care from a field hospital set up at the Mandalar Thiri Sports Ground.

During their mission, the teams delivered vital medical services and emergency treatment to those affected by the disaster.

A departure ceremony was held to mark the end of their operations, attended by the Chief Minister of Mandalay Region, senior military officials from the Commander-in-Chief (Army) of the Defense Services, and other relevant personnel. Commemorative certificates and souvenirs were exchanged as a gesture of appreciation for the teams' support.

Authorities expressed deep gratitude to both countries for their timely assistance and solidarity during a critical period

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