NEW DELHI, May 28 (Xinhua) -- India on Tuesday announced a financial aid of 1 million U.S. dollars for Papua New Guinea after a devastating landslide that claimed hundreds of human lives in the Pacific island country a few days ago.

"India extends an immediate relief assistance of 1 million U.S. dollars to support relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts," said an official statement issued by the country's Ministry of External Affairs.

Earlier, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences and conveyed India's readiness to extend all possible support and assistance to the Pacific island country in its time of difficulty.

"Deeply saddened by the loss of lives and damage caused by the devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea. Our heartfelt condolences to the affected families and prayers for speedy recovery of the injured. India is ready to offer all possible support and assistance," he posted on X (erstwhile Twitter). Enditem

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