Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the current situation in Afghanistan, a “serious humanitarian crisis” during SCO-CSTO Outreach Summit on September 17. He further stated to ensure that humanitarian aid reaches Afghanistan.

“Due to obstacles in financial and trade flows, financial constraints of the people of Afghanistan are rising. The Covid challenge, along with it, is a cause of distress for them,” said PM Modi.

He further added, “India has been Afghanistan's trusted partner for development and humanitarian help. We've contributed in every sector -infrastructure, education, health and capacity building- in all parts of Afghanistan. Even today, we're willing to send food material and medicines to our Afghan friends. Together we should ensure that humanitarian aid reaches Afghanistan smoothly. There has been a special relationship between Indians and Afghans. All regional and global initiatives for Afghan society's help will have India's full support.”