Caracas: The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela has climbed to 3,342, while 16,740 people have been injured, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said.
According to official figures, 6,462 people have been rescued, while 17,345 have been displaced. Authorities have set up 80 temporary relief camps to provide shelter and assistance to those affected.
The powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes, which struck on June 24, have been followed by 995 aftershocks, complicating rescue efforts. A total of 29,567 personnel, including 3,281 international rescue workers, have been deployed for search and relief operations.
Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez has declared seven days of national mourning in memory of the victims and assured that the government stands with the affected families. Officials fear that tens of thousands of people are still missing.
Meanwhile, India has continued its humanitarian assistance under Operation Amistad. The Ministry of External Affairs said Indian Army medical teams are operating field hospitals and providing treatment to survivors. Victims and their families have expressed gratitude for the support and medical services extended by the Indian personnel.
