"Generous Gesture": UN Agency After India Contributes USD 5 Million
NDTV
Amid the raging war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, New Delhi handed over the second tranche of USD 2.5 million to UNRWA to fulfill India's annual commitment of 5 million US dollars for the year 2023-24.
India's "generous gesture" will help the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) continue its lifesaving services for Palestinian refugees, the UN agency said on Friday, a day after New Delhi released the second tranche of USD 2.5 million to the UN agency.
UNRWA, functional since 1950, carries out direct relief and works programmes for registered Palestinian refugees.
"As we reach the end of a very difficult year in the region, UNRWA is grateful for the support of partners who continue to stand by Palestine Refugees," Tamara Alrifai, a spokesperson for UNRWA told PTI.
