Reaffirming India’s solidarity with Jamaica, members of the Indian community in Kingston visited the affected communities in St. Elizabeth Parish of the Caribbean nation and assisted in the recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.
The High Commission of India in Kingston appreciated the Indian community for raising over 3.2 million dollars for immediate relief and for their tireless efforts in preparing and delivering 550 care packages, stoves, clothes, bags and hygiene kits, etc. to the affected households in St Elizabeth, Westmoreland, and Black River.
India stands in solidarity with Jamaica for relief, recovery and reconstruction efforts.
The compassion and solidarity shown by the Indian community reflect the Indian philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, the world is one family the Indian High Commission in Kingston posted on X today.
The community raised more than $3.2 million to provide immediate relief and delivered 550 care packages, stoves, clothing, hygiene kits, and other essentials to households in St. Elizabeth, Westmoreland, and Black River.
“India stands in solidarity with Jamaica for relief, recovery, and reconstruction efforts. The compassion and solidarity shown by the Indian community reflect the Indian philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the world is one family,” the High Commission posted on X.
The relief mission was led by Gul Mansukhani and joined by Indian High Commissioner to Jamaica Mayank Joshi and Jamaican Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Floyd Green.