Operation Kaveri: First batch of stranded Indians leaves conflict-hit Sudan

The first batch of stranded Indians stranded in Sudan have departed the conflict-torn country in the first phase of 'Operation Kaveri', the Ministry of External Affairs said. Reportedly, 278 Indians boarded the ship which departed from Port Sudan for the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah.

278 Indians boarded the ship which departed from Port Sudan for the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah. Credit: PTI Photo Credit: PTI Photo

They boarded India's naval ship INS Sumedha as part of the evacuation mission 'Operation Kaveri'. Credit: PTI Photo

On Sunday, India said it has positioned two transport aircraft of the IAF in Jeddah and naval ship INS Sumedha at Port Sudan. Credit: PTI Photo

India on Monday (April 24) launched 'Operation Kaveri' to bring back its nationals from Sudan that has been witnessing fierce fighting following a power struggle between the regular army and a paramilitary force. Credit: Twitter/@khushsundar