India commits to more aid for Palestine, backs UN membership bid

NEW DELHI, July 14: India committed to more aid for war-torn Palestine on Monday. Speaking in New York, external affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar also announced India's support for the State of Palestine's membership in the United Nations.

Speaking at the launch of India’s campaign for the United Nations Security Council 2028-29, EAM Jaishankar announced that India has committed towards setting up a speciality hospital, an artificial limb fitment centre and a vocational training institute for Palestine during a meeting in Brussels with the Palestine donor group.

"This is in line with our longstanding support for a two-State solution," the union minister added.

As per the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), India is among the top donors. Based on data issued by the MEA, since 2023, India has delivered around 135 metric tonnes of humanitarian aid to Palestine and around $80 million in development in the past decade.�" HT