"India Sending Specialist Doctors, Nurses, and Medical Supplies to Assist After Devastating Plane Crash in Bangladesh" – Indian Government

"India Sending Specialist Doctors, Nurses, and Medical Supplies to Assist After Devastating Plane Crash in Bangladesh" – Indian Government
[New Delhi, July 22, 2025] —
Following the tragic crash of a Bangladesh Air Force fighter jet at Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka — which resulted in numerous casualties — the Indian government is dispatching specialist doctors, nurses, and essential medical equipment to assist in the treatment of the injured.

A senior official from India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirmed to BBC Bangla:
“Today, we are sending two highly experienced burn specialists along with a team of nurses to Dhaka. Emergency medical supplies are also being sent.”

According to reports, responding to a request from Bangladesh, India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called his Bangladeshi counterpart on Monday evening to offer assistance. Shortly after, Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter) expressing condolences and stating:
“India stands with Bangladesh in this moment of crisis and is ready to provide all possible assistance.”

Immediately following discussions between the two foreign ministries, the Indian Embassy in Dhaka began actively coordinating relief efforts.
Bangladeshi officials stated that many of the injured suffered extensive burn injuries, and there is an urgent need for specialized burn treatment teams along with advanced medicines and equipment.

In response, India swiftly arranged to dispatch the medical team. Sources indicated that the doctors would arrive in Dhaka by the end of the day, and more doctors and nurses would be sent as needed in the next phases of treatment.

Analysts note that although India-Bangladesh diplomatic relations have shown signs of cooling in recent times, this humanitarian cooperation during a crisis may offer a new dimension to bilateral ties.

Such humanitarian efforts are seen not only as immediate medical aid but also as a positive example of regional cooperation.