NEW DELHI: Following a request by Sri Lanka, India rushed a 10-tonne consignment of medicines to Colombo calling it another manifestation of its “unwavering” commitment to stand with the strategically located Indian Ocean country in times of need. The consignment was brought to Sri Lanka by an Air India special flight on Tuesday. “This is yet another manifestation of India’s unwavering commitment to stand with Sri Lanka, in rain and in shine. Despite its own domestic challenges, India has always believed in sharing its resources and expertise with its friends and partners,” said the Indian high commission in a press release.The government recalled that at the initiative of PM Narendra Modi , a SAARC leaders’ video conference was held on March 15 to discuss ways to combat the Covid-19 pandemic. India also pledged US$ 10 million to the SAARC Covid-19 Emergency Fund.Subsequently, a video conference of health professionals in SAARC countries was held on March 26. “Ministry of health has also started offering online training sessions for health professionals in SAARC countries. SAARC Disaster Management Centre situated in Gandhinagar has also developed a dedicated web page pertaining to the Covid-19 situation in SAARC member-nations,” said the government.