Earthquake tremors were felt in several states on Saturday after a deadly earthquake of 7.7 magnitude in Myanmar’s capital, Nipita, a day earlier. On Saturday, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake occurred in the country’s second largest city of Mandalay. Due to which the death toll in Myanmar crossed 1600 on Saturday. However, the rescue team continued its tireless efforts for the second day.
On Saturday, when foreign rescue teams also participated in the campaign, several bodies were recovered.
On Saturday, when foreign rescue teams also participated in the campaign, several bodies were recovered. According to a news agency, the head of Myanmar’s military government has confirmed more than 1,644 deaths, while an American agency warned that the number could be more than 10,000.
Public property was badly damaged
Powerful earthquakes caused widespread damage to roads, bridges and other public infrastructure. Due to which many areas are still deprived of connectivity. The military government of Myanmar said that the death toll in Saturday’s earthquake has increased to 1,644. While at least 2,400 people have been injured. In many areas, rescue operations are in full swing, but it is still difficult to reach many places due to damaged roads and bridges.
A person who survived the earthquake narrated the terrible story
In Saturday’s earthquake, the survivors shared stories of destruction. One person said that he was taken out of the rubble after the earthquake. He was in the toilet when the earthquake occurred. The person told that his grandmother, aunt and uncle are still missing and their possibility of escape is zero.
Prime Minister Modi assured all possible help.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Min Aung Hurling, head of the military -led government in Myanmar and said that India stands in solidarity with the country to face this devastation. He wrote in a post, “Talked to Myanmar’s Senior General Majesty Min Aung Having. In the devastating earthquake, expressed deep condolences on the loss of life and property. As a close friend and neighbor, India stands solidarily with the people of Myanmar in this difficult time.”
After the declaration of India’s readiness for help by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India sent 15 tonnes of relief materials including solar lamps, food packets and kitchens to Myanmar through Air Force aircraft. Sharing the details of Operation Brahma, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that 80 NDRF rescue teams equipped with special equipment and investigative dogs have also left for Nepita. In addition, Indian Navy ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri have left for Yangon port with 40 tonnes of humanitarian assistance.
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