India dispatches 20000 MR vaccine doses and medical supplies to Maldives to combat measles outbreak

NEW DELHI, June 13, 2026—Reaffirming its commitment to its Neighbourhood First policy and its established role as a trusted first responder in the region, India has dispatched emergency medical assistance to the Maldives. The intervention comes in direct response to a recent measles outbreak in the island nation.

The comprehensive medical consignment is designed to immediately strengthen local healthcare response efforts and safeguard public health across the impacted communities.The assistance package includes 20,000 doses of Measles and Rubella vaccines along with approximately three tons of essential medical supplies.

The shipment contains vital medicines, syringes, diagnostic kits, and various medical consumables required for efficient outbreak management.

This swift deployment underscores the ongoing bilateral cooperation between India and the Maldives, emphasizing rapid logistical support to handle public health emergencies and prevent the further spread of infectious diseases.