The Indian Army field hospital that was deployed in Venezuela following recent earthquakes has become fully operational. This hospital aims to provide essential medical and humanitarian assistance to those affected by the disaster. Operation Amistad, as the initiative is known, is part of India’s broader efforts to support the Venezuelan people during this challenging time.

According to a series of posts shared on X by Randhir Jaiswal, the spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, the field hospital is actively engaged in delivering medical care to local residents. Jaiswal has documented various aspects of the hospital’s work, emphasising its commitment to aiding the Venezuelan population in the aftermath of the earthquakes.

#Operation Amistad, the Indian Field Hospital in full swing. Helping hand of India to the people of Venezuela in difficult times. pic.twitter.com/zFT0M5zGmd

— India in Venezuela (@IndiaVenezuela) June 29, 2026

As per Jaiswal’s updates, the field hospital has been designed to address the urgent healthcare needs arising from the natural disaster. It operates under challenging circumstances but is reportedly making significant progress in delivering required services to the affected community.

Local Voices Express Gratitude

In a video shared by the Ministry, a local resident named Soraida Ramirez expressed her heartfelt gratitude towards India for its timely support. She shared her experience of receiving medical treatment at the field hospital and highlighted the severe impact of the earthquake on her community, which has seen many families displaced and others reported missing.

#Operation Amistad, Indian humanitarian relief operations stands in solidarity with Venezuelans in these difficult times.#Operación Amistad, las operaciones de ayuda humanitaria de la India se solidarizan con los venezolanos en estos momentos difíciles. pic.twitter.com/HMykQhNnBd

— India in Venezuela (@IndiaVenezuela) June 29, 2026

Ramirez stated, “I have a great, great thank you to the people of India for the contribution they have been giving to Venezuela in this hard situation we are going through.” Her emotional response underscores the need for international assistance in the wake of the disasters that have struck the region.

The support provided by the Indian contingent has been crucial, with Ramirez noting that their services, including X-rays, have been accessible and beneficial. She reiterated her thanks for the relief measures, hoping that similar tragedies would be avoided in other regions.

Details of the Operation

India’s response to the earthquake crisis has extended beyond medical assistance; it includes the deployment of rescue personnel and the provision of essential supplies. Official reports indicate that the field hospital is equipped with advanced medical facilities, including two BHISHM Cubes—modular medical centres that are capable of managing a variety of healthcare requirements.

Furthermore, the hospital’s operations were facilitated by two C-17 aircraft, which transported 36 tonnes of medical supplies and rescue equipment to ensure comprehensive care for earthquake victims. The field hospital is staffed by a team of 41 healthcare professionals who specialise in various medical fields.

As the situation continues to unfold, the Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs formally welcomed India’s intervention, stating that the establishment of the field hospital signifies a substantial contribution to the disaster relief efforts. This initiative aims to ease the burden on local medical facilities that are overwhelmed by the influx of patients.

Currently, reports indicate that the death toll from the earthquakes has reached 1,719, with over 22,619 individuals affected. The ongoing situation is dire, as assessed by CNN, emphasising the urgency and importance of the relief operations being conducted through initiatives like Operation Amistad. As the international community responds to this humanitarian crisis, the contributions from India are being recognised as vital in providing immediate support to those in need.

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