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&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; was a disaster relief and rescue operation undertaken by the Indian government in response to the [[2025 Myanmar earthquake]]. External Affairs Minister [[S. Jaishankar]] announced that India initiated the operation on 28 March 2025&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite news |date=2025-03-29 |title=Myanmar Earthquake: India rushes urgent aid under &amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039; as death toll tops 1,000 |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/myanmar-earthquake-india-rushes-urgent-aid-under-operation-brahma-as-death-toll-tops-1000/articleshow/119695311.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2025-03-29 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; led by the [[Indian Army]]. As part of the operation, a specialised medical task force was deployed to deliver urgent medical care, including emergency treatments, trauma management, and surgical interventions for those in need.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=Operation Brahma: India airlifts aid, deploys rescuers, medics to quake-hit Myanmar |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/myanmar-earthquake-death-thailand-bangkok-india-assistance-operation-brahma-pm-modi-s-jaishankr-ndrf-2701120-2025-03-29 |work=India Today |date=29 March 2025 |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:0&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{Cite web |title=India Launches &amp;quot;Operation Brahma&amp;quot; To Assist Quake-Hit Myanmar |url=https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/india-launches-operation-brahma-to-assist-quake-hit-myanmar-8041092 |access-date=2025-03-29 |publisher=NDTV |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Etymology==&lt;br /&gt;
The mission has been named Operation [[Brahma]], after the Hindu God of creation, symbolising India&amp;#039;s efforts to assist in the rebuilding of Myanmar following the devastating earthquake. The name reflects the nation&amp;#039;s commitment to providing immediate relief and supporting long-term recovery and reconstruction in the affected regions.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;HTOpBrahma&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=India launches Operation Brahma to aid quake-hit Myanmar |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/india-launches-operation-brahma-to-aid-quake-hit-myanmar-101743259390931.html |access-date=29 March 2025 |work=[[Hindustan Times]]}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
{{Main article|2025 Myanmar earthquake}}&lt;br /&gt;
On 28 March 2025, a devastating [[2025 Myanmar earthquake|7.7-magnitude earthquake]] struck Myanmar at 12:50&amp;amp;nbsp;pm local time, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The quake, originating from the right-lateral [[Sagaing Fault]], was followed by a 6.4-magnitude aftershock, further impacting the region. The death toll has risen to over 1,600, with thousands injured and many still missing. The tremors were felt as far as [[Bangkok]], Thailand, leading to building collapses and casualties there as well.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite news |last1=Yang |first1=Maya |last2=Sedghi |first2=Amy |last3=Mackay |first3=Hamish |last4=Fulton |first4=Adam |last5=Sedghi |date=2025-03-29 |title=Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 1,644 amid race to find survivors – live |url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2025/mar/29/myanmar-earthquake-race-to-find-survivors-as-junta-confirms-huge-rise-in-death-toll |access-date=2025-03-29 |work=The Guardian |language=en-GB |issn=0261-3077}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=Hogan |first=Fintan |date=2025-03-29 |title=What happened in Myanmar? A visual guide to the earthquake |url=https://www.thetimes.com/world/asia/article/what-happened-myanmar-earthquake-059kg8n8w?region=global |access-date=2025-03-29 |website=The Times |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Prime Minister of India, [[Narendra Modi]] expressed deep concern over the earthquake. In a post on [[Twitter|X]], he conveyed condolences to Myanmar&amp;#039;s junta chief, [[Min Aung Hlaing]], stating, &amp;quot;As a close friend and neighbour, India stands in solidarity with the people of Myanmar in this difficult hour.&amp;quot;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |date=2025-03-29 |title=As India Sends More Aid To Earthquake-Hit Myanmar, PM Modi Speaks To Junta Leader To Express So |url=https://news.abplive.com/news/india/myanmar-earthquake-pm-modi-speaks-to-junta-leader-min-aung-hlaing-india-stands-in-solidarity-operation-brahma-1761419 |access-date=2025-03-29 |work=ABP Live News |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |date=2025-03-28 |title=&amp;#039;India stands ready to offer all possible assistance&amp;#039;: PM Modi expresses concerns on Myanmar earthquake |url=https://www.firstpost.com/world/india-stands-ready-to-offer-all-possible-assistance-pm-modi-expresses-concerns-on-myanmar-earthquake-13875305.html |access-date=2025-03-29 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Objective==&lt;br /&gt;
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The operation&amp;#039;s primary objective is to provide immediate humanitarian assistance, including search and rescue efforts, medical aid, and support to affected populations in the aftermath of a seismic event. The operation reflects India&amp;#039;s preparedness and response capabilities to large-scale disasters, underscoring the nation&amp;#039;s commitment to providing swift assistance in times of crisis. The overall aim is to alleviate suffering and support recovery efforts in the aftermath of a catastrophic event. It demonstrated India&amp;#039;s commitment to supporting neighboring countries in times of crisis.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=&amp;#039;India stands in solidarity&amp;#039;: PM Modi offers help to Myanmar Junta chief |url=https://www.business-standard.com/external-affairs-defence-security/news/india-pm-modi-myanmar-earthquake-relief-operation-brahma-aid-125032900494_1.html |access-date=29 March 2025 |work=Business Standard}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |date=29 March 2025 |title=India launches &amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039; to assist quake-hit Myanmar; PM speaks with senior General |url=https://www.thestatesman.com/india/india-launches-operation-brahma-to-assist-quake-hit-myanmar-pm-speaks-with-senior-general-1503413387.html |access-date=29 March 2025 |work=The Statesman |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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It follows a similar framework to other well-known Indian disaster response initiatives, such as [[Operation Rahat]] ([[2013 North India floods]]), [[Operation Maitri]] ([[April 2015 Nepal earthquake|2015 Nepal earthquake]]) and more recently [[Operation Dost]] ([[2023 Turkey–Syria earthquakes]]).&lt;br /&gt;
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==Timeline==&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:OperationBrahma IAF Airlift HumanatarianAid Myanmar.jpg|[[Indian Air Force|IAF]]&amp;#039;s [[Lockheed C-130 Hercules|C-130]] being loaded with blankets, tarpaulin, hygiene kits, sleeping bags, solar lamps, food packets and kitchen set along with search &amp;amp; rescue team, and medical team|thumbnail|250x250px]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:OperationBrahma IAF NDRF MedicalTeam RescueTeam MyanmarEarthquake.jpg|[[National Disaster Response Force|NDRF]] team with the humanatarian aid, heading for Myanmar for rescue operation|thumb|left|250x250px]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Operation Brahma Indian Navy INS Satpura INS Savitri Humanatarian Aid for Myanmar 2025-03-29.jpg|[[Indian Navy]] officials loading [[INS Satpura]] &amp;amp; [[INS Savitri]] with 40 tonnes of humanitarian aid, heading for the [[Myanma Port Authority|Port of Yangon]]|thumbnail|250x250px]]&lt;br /&gt;
The deployment is closely coordinated with the [[Ministry of External Affairs (India)|Ministry of External Affairs]] and in partnership with Myanmar’s authorities, ensuring a swift and efficient response to the humanitarian emergency.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;MEA&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=What is Operation Brahma and why India chose this name for Myanmar earthquake response? Here&amp;#039;s what MEA says |url=https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/operation-brahma-myanmar-earthquake-and-why-india-chose-this-name-for-myanmar-earthquake-response-mea-says-2025-03-29-982947 |work=India TV News |date=29 March 2025 |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
===29–30 March===&lt;br /&gt;
A 118-member team from the elite Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders, led by [[Lieutenant colonel|Lieutenant Colonel]] Jagneet Gill, was deployed to Myanmar, accompanied by essential medical equipment and supplies. The Airborne Angels Task Force, specially trained and equipped to provide advanced medical and surgical care in disaster-affected zones were part of the critical response.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:1&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{Cite news |date=2025-03-29 |title=&amp;#039;OPERATION BRAHMA&amp;#039; – MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO MYANMAR EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS BY INDIAN ARMY |url=https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2116635 |access-date=2025-03-31 |work=[[Press Information Bureau]] |archive-date=29 March 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250329174756/https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2116635 |url-status=live }}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;HTOpBrahma&amp;quot; /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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As part of Operation Brahma, the Indian Army established a 60-bed Medical Treatment Centre to provide immediate care to those injured in the earthquake. The facility was equipped to handle trauma cases, perform emergency surgeries, and deliver essential medical services, thereby supporting Myanmar&amp;#039;s local healthcare system, which had been severely overwhelmed by the disaster.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:1&amp;quot; /&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;HTOpBrahma&amp;quot; /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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India sent approximately 15 tons of relief material to [[Yangon]] via a [[Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules|C-130J]] military transport aircraft of the [[Indian Air Force]] (IAF). The cargo included essential supplies tents, sleeping bags, blankets, ready-to-eat meals, water purifiers, solar lamps, generator sets, and essential medicines. These items were crucial for providing immediate relief to those affected by the earthquake, supporting both the basic needs and the healthcare requirements of the displaced population.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=Myanmar earthquake: India delivers relief materials under &amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039; |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/gallery/india-delivers-relief-materials-under-operation-brahma-photogallery-prnt/cid/2091416https://www.telegraphindia.com/gallery/india-delivers-relief-materials-under-operation-brahma-photogallery-prnt/cid/2091416 |access-date=29 March 2025}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=India Sends 15 Tonne of Relief Materials to Earthquake-Hit Myanmar as Part of &amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039; |url=https://thewire.in/diplomacy/india-sends-15-tonne-of-relief-materials-to-earthquake-hit-myanmar-as-part-of-operation-brahma |access-date=29 March 2025 |work=The Wire |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; An 80-member [[National Disaster Response Force]] (NDRF) search and rescue team was also departed for Myanmar&amp;#039;s capital, [[Nay Pyi Taw]], to aid in relief efforts.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=&amp;#039;Op Brahma&amp;#039;: India sends 80 NDRF personnel to Myanmar for earthquake relief |url=https://www.business-standard.com/external-affairs-defence-security/news/india-sending-80-ndrf-personnel-to-quake-hit-myanmar-125032900486_1.html |access-date=29 March 2025 |work=Business Standard |agency=[[Press Trust of India]]}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=Operation Brahma: India responds to Myanmar quake, sends 80 NDRF personnel for search and rescue |url=https://www.theweek.in/news/world/2025/03/29/operation-brahma-india-responds-to-myanmar-quake-sends-80-ndrf-personnel-for-search-and-rescue.html |access-date=29 March 2025 |work=The Week |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:0&amp;quot; /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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India also dispatched two naval ships to Myanmar as part of its ongoing relief efforts. Additionally, a field hospital was slated to be airlifted to provide further medical assistance and support to the affected regions.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite news |title=India sends two naval ships, airlifts field hospital to Myanmar under &amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039; as quake toll crosses 1,000 |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2025/Mar/29/pm-modi-reaffirms-support-to-myanmar-as-death-toll-exceeds-1000 |work=The New Indian Express |date=29 March 2025 |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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The Indian Navy also dispatched four naval ships for relief operations. While [[INS Satpura|INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Satpura&amp;#039;&amp;#039;]] and [[INS Savitri|INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Savitri&amp;#039;&amp;#039;]] under the [[Eastern Naval Command]] sailed from [[Visakhapatnam]] on 29 March, [[INS Karmuk (P64)|INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Karmuk&amp;#039;&amp;#039;]] and [[Mk. IV LCU|IN LCU 52]] under the [[Andaman and Nicobar Command]] sailed from [[Port Blair]] on 30 March. The ships combined embarked 52 Tons of relief materials including &amp;quot;HADR pallets consisting of essential clothing, drinking water, food, medicines, and emergency stores&amp;quot;.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite news |date=2025-03-30 |title=OPERATION BRAHMA - INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS SAIL WITH RELIEF MATERIAL |url=https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2116801 |access-date=2025-03-31 |work=[[Press Information Bureau]]}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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According to several reports, IAF aircraft faced GPS spoofing during their relief operations.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite web | url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/air-force-plane-involved-in-myanmar-quake-relief-op-faces-cyber-attack-sources-2708464-2025-04-13 | title=Cyber attack on IAF aircraft involved in Myanmar quake relief op: Defence sources | date=13 April 2025 }}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/iaf-planes-faced-gps-spoofing-in-myanmar-s-airspace-while-carrying-relief-materials-for-quake-victims-sources-101744564338483.html&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite web | url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/iaf-planes-faced-gps-spoofing-in-myanmars-airspace-while-carrying-relief-materials-for-quake-victims-sources/articleshow/120260590.cms | title=IAF planes faced GPS spoofing in Myanmar&amp;#039;s airspace while carrying relief materials for quake victims: Sources | work=The Economic Times | date=13 April 2025 }}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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=== 31 March-1 April ===&lt;br /&gt;
The first two Navy ships INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Satpura&amp;#039;&amp;#039; and INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Savitri&amp;#039;&amp;#039; arrived at Yangon with 40 tons of relief materials on 31 March. The next day, IN LCU 52 and INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Karmuk&amp;#039;&amp;#039; with 30 tons of relief materials reached Yangon. A total of five Navy ships and six Air Force aircraft have been dispatched to [[Yangon]], [[Naypyidaw|Naypyitaw]] and [[Mandalay]] in Myanmar. The fifth ship was [[INS Gharial|INS &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Gharial&amp;#039;&amp;#039;]], sailed out of Visakhapatnam harbour on 1 April with 440 tonnes of rice, edible oil and medicines and will reach Yangon by 6 April. Additionally, the Indian Army also established a 200-bed [[field hospital]] the same day. The hospital, set up by Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders, was airlifter to Myanmar by two [[Boeing C-17 Globemaster III]] of the Indian Air Force &amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite news |date=2025-04-01 |title=Indian Navy Ships arrive in Yangon with relief assistance |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/indian-navy-ships-arrive-in-yangon-with-relief-assistance/articleshow/119836776.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2025-04-01 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |title=Four Indian warships reach Myanmar with aid; fifth one on the way |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/india/four-indian-warships-reach-myanmar-with-aid-fifth-one-on-the-way-3472700 |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=Deccan Herald |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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By April 1, 2025, a C-130J aircraft delivered 16 tons of humanitarian aid to Mandalay Airport, which was handed over to Lieutenant General Myo Moe Aung and other dignitaries of the Myanmar government.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |title=Op Brahman: Indian Army field hospital performs surgeries in Mandalay |url=https://www.uniindia.com/~/op-brahma-indian-army-field-hospital-performs-surgeries-in-mandalay-ndrf-recovers-bodies-from-rubble/India/news/3428524.html}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Additionally, an 80-member search and rescue team from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was deployed across more than a dozen sites in Mandalay to assist in relief efforts.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite news |date=2025-04-01 |title=Operation Brahma: India sends 400 tonnes of relief material to quake-hit Myanmar |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/operation-brahma-india-sends-400-tonnes-of-relief-material-to-quake-hit-myanmar-101743493837453.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250401081718/https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/operation-brahma-india-sends-400-tonnes-of-relief-material-to-quake-hit-myanmar-101743493837453.html |archive-date=1 April 2025 |access-date=2025-04-10 |work=Hindustan Times |language=en-us |url-status=live }}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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=== 3 April ===&lt;br /&gt;
By April 3, 2025, the NDRF had recovered 50 bodies, with 15 additional recoveries reported that day, while continuing operations at two key sites in Mandalay amid mild tremors. The field hospital treated 154 patients on April 3 alone, bringing the total to 394, and conducted two major and nine minor surgeries. Indian community volunteers also began assisting with relief efforts, showcasing a collaborative approach.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |date=2025-04-04 |title=Op Brahma: Indian Army Field Hospital in Mandalay treats nearly 400 patients, NDRF team recovers 50 bodies {{!}} Central India&amp;#039;s Premier English Daily |url=https://www.centralchronicle.com/op-brahma-indian-army-field-hospital-in-mandalay-treats-nearly-400-patients-ndrf-team-recovers-50-bodies/ |access-date=2025-04-10 |language=en-US}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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===4-8 April===&lt;br /&gt;
As of April 8, 2025, the Indian Army reported treating 1,370 patients in total, with 258 treated alone being treated on 8 April, alongside 33 surgeries, 698 lab tests, and 150 X-rays performed.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=Service |first=Statesman News |date=2025-04-08 |title=Operation Brahma: Indian Army Continues Medical Relief Operations in Mandalay |url=https://www.thestatesman.com/india/operation-brahma-indian-army-continues-medical-relief-operations-in-mandalay-1503376178.html |access-date=2025-04-10 |website=The Statesman |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; The [[Ministry of External Affairs (India)|Ministry of External Affairs]] confirmed on April 9, 2025, that India had delivered over 656 metric tons of humanitarian assistance through seven Indian Air Force aircraft and five Indian Navy ships. The 80-member NDRF team, initially deployed for rescue operations, completed its mission and returned to India by the date.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=PTI |date=2025-04-09 |title=Operation Brahma: 650 MT relief aid sent so far to quake-hit Myanmar; NDRF team returns |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2025/Apr/09/operation-brahma-650-mt-relief-aid-sent-so-far-to-quake-hit-myanmar-ndrf-team-returns-2 |access-date=2025-04-10 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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=== 11 April ===&lt;br /&gt;
Indian Army deployed [[Robotics|AI-powered robotic]] systems to support rescue efforts. Among these were SAR Robo Mules such as AI-driven, [[Legged robot#Four-legged|four-legged robots]] capable of navigating unstable and debris-filled terrain. The robotic mules had played some key role in assessing structural damage and delivering critical supplies to areas that were otherwise inaccessible.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:2&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{Cite web |date=2025-04-11 |title=Operation Brahma: Indian Army Deploys Robotic Mules and Nano Drones for Earthquake Rescue in Myanmar - The Logical Indian |url=https://thelogicalindian.com/operation-brahma-indian-army-deploys-robotic-mules-and-nano-drones-for-earthquake-rescue-in-myanmar/ |access-date=2025-04-12 |website=thelogicalindian.com |language=en-US}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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In addition, India deployed [[Teledyne FLIR Black Hornet Nano|nano drones]] equipped with thermal imaging cameras to locate survivors trapped under rubble. The compact drones were also guided by AI and it could fly through narrow spaces and detect heat signatures which can enable rescue teams to identify and reach survivors.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |date=2025-04-11 |title=Watch: Army deploys robotic dogs and nano drones in quake-hit Myanmar |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/indian-army-robotic-dogs-nano-drones-earthquake-myanmar-2707569-2025-04-11 |access-date=2025-04-12 |website=India Today |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:2&amp;quot; /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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===13 April===&lt;br /&gt;
An Indian Air Force (IAF) C-130J Hercules aircraft was deployed to encounter GPS signal jamming issues near the Myanmar border.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=Reporter |first=I. M. R. |date=2025-04-13 |title=IAF C-130J Faces GPS Spoofing During Myanmar Relief Mission |url=https://imrmedia.in/iaf-c-130j-faces-gps-spoofing-during-myanmar-relief-mission/ |access-date=2025-04-26 |website=IMR |language=en-US}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=Sentinels |first=India |title=What is &amp;#039;GPS spoofing&amp;#039; that Indian Air Force&amp;#039;s transport aircraft faced in Myanmar airspace? |url=https://www.indiasentinels.com/air-force/what-is-gps-spoofing-that-indian-air-forces-transport-aircraft-c-130j-faced-in-myanmar-airspace-6747 |access-date=2025-04-26 |website=www.indiasentinels.com}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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===15 April===&lt;br /&gt;
The IAF dispatched a C-17 aircraft carrying components of 20 pre-fabricated office structures, weighing approximately 50 tonnes, to Naypyidaw, Myanmar.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |title=India dispatches 50 tonnes of pre-fabricated offices to Myanmar under Operation Brahma |url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/india-dispatches-50-tonnes-of-pre-fabricated-offices-to-myanmar-under-operation-brahma/ |access-date=2025-04-26 |website=The Tribune |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
===16 April===&lt;br /&gt;
The Indian Army’s Field Hospital team returned to India after completing its mission. The team consisted of 118 personnel.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:3&amp;quot; /&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=PTI |date=2025-04-16 |title=India&amp;#039;s field hospital unit returns home after yeoman service in earthquake-hit Myanmar |url=https://theprint.in/india/indias-field-hospital-unit-returns-home-after-yeoman-service-in-earthquake-hit-myanmar/2592377/ |access-date=2025-04-26 |website=ThePrint |language=en-US}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Outcome==&lt;br /&gt;
Operation Brahma has been widely known as a successful humanitarian intervention due to India’s swift response as the first responder, deploying an 80-member NDRF team and substantial resources within hours of the earthquake. It has established fully operational field hospitals, has treated over 1,370 patients and delivered 656 metric tons of aid by April 9.&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=Service |first=Statesman News |date=2025-04-08 |title=Operation Brahma: Indian Army Continues Medical Relief Operations in Mandalay |url=https://www.thestatesman.com/india/operation-brahma-indian-army-continues-medical-relief-operations-in-mandalay-1503417770.html |access-date=2025-04-10 |website=The Statesman |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&amp;lt;ref&amp;gt;{{cite web |date=March 29, 2025 |title=Over 1,600 dead in deadly Myanmar earthquake, India&amp;#039;s &amp;#039;Operation Brahma&amp;#039; delivers 137 tonnes of aid |url=http://www.businesstoday.in |access-date=April 10, 2025 |publisher=Business Today}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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Over 2,500 patients were treated and 65 major surgeries were performed in the quake-ravaged region by the Indian hospital, established under the operation. It also conducted over 1,300 laboratory investigations and 103 X-ray procedures.&amp;lt;ref name=&amp;quot;:3&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{Cite web |last=Service |first=Statesman News |date=2025-04-16 |title=Operation Brahma: Indian Army Field Hospital returns after treating over 2,500 in quake-ravaged Mandalay |url=https://www.thestatesman.com/india/operation-brahma-indian-army-field-hospital-returns-after-treating-over-2500-in-quake-ravaged-mandalay-1503421052.html |access-date=2025-04-26 |website=The Statesman |language=en}}&amp;lt;/ref&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Gallery==&lt;br /&gt;
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File:Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders with Hercules C 130J.jpg|Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders&lt;br /&gt;
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File:Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders.jpg|Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders&lt;br /&gt;
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== See also ==&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Operation Maitri]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Operation Dost]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[List of populated places affected by the 2025 Myanmar earthquake]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==References==&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:India–Myanmar relations]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>SeymourStonehous</name></author>
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