Indian Peacekeepers Restore Vital Supply Route in South Sudan, Easing Humanitarian Efforts

Indian peacekeepers in South Sudan have successfully reopened a vital supply route, enhancing stability and humanitarian support. The UNMISS acknowledges their significant role in overcoming flood challenges from last year, enabling improved access to assistance, vital mobility, and support for vulnerable communities affected by the flooding.

Indian peacekeepers in South Sudan have been praised for their contribution to reopening a crucial supply route affected by last year's floods, thereby supporting stability and humanitarian efforts. The United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS) lauded the efforts, emphasizing the crucial support provided to vulnerable civilians.

The UN Security Council established UNMISS in July 2011 to help consolidate peace and establish development conditions in the newly independent South Sudan. India has contributed significantly to this mission, with 1,779 personnel, making it the top troop contributor as of January 2026.

Spokesman for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Stéphane Dujarric, shared that Indian peacekeepers successfully reopened a key section of the Malakal-Renk supply route in Upper Nile State. This development, involving land reclamation to restore road access, enhances mobility, ensuring safe delivery of humanitarian assistance in challenging environments. Various outreach activities, including medical and veterinary camps and training on child protection, further demonstrate India's efforts to support the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)