India announces Rs 42 crore aid to Palestine this year

Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) building complex in western Gaza City (Credit – India Today)

New Delhi – The Government of India has announced an aid of USD 5 mn (Rs 42 crore) to the ‘United Nations Relief and Works Agency’ for the year 2024-25 to assist Palestinian refugees. The first installment of USD 2.5 mn has been sent already. The Government of India had provided USD 3.5 mn to Palestine for the year 2023-24. Funds for financial aid are not delivered directly to Palestine, but to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency.

Editorial Perspective

How many Hindu refugees from Bangladesh and Pakistan did India provide assistance to ? How much has the Government helped Hindus who were exiled from Kashmir 35 years ago ?