Operation Indravati

Why in News ? India  has recently launched ‘Operation Indravati’ to evacuate its nationals from Haiti-where streets have been taken over by criminal gangs- to Dominican Republic.

• More than 60 Indian have been evacuated so far.
• Hundreds of thousands have been displaced within Haitiand thousands killed amid widespread reports of rape, arson and ransom kidnappings, while food prices soar and hospitals run short of key supplies such as blood and oxygen.

About Haiti :

Haiti is a country located on the western side of the island of Hispaniola, sharing the island with the Dominican Republic.

Religion:The majority of Haitians are Roman Catholic, with Protestant and Voodoo religions also being practiced .

Tribes: Haiti’s population is a mix of African, Amerindian, and European ancestry. This is reflected in the cultural richness of the country, with traditions and languages reflecting these diverse roots.

Population: Haiti’s population is estimated to be around 11.4 million (2022 est.)

Haiti Crisis: Haiti faces a number of challenges, including poverty, political instability, gang violence, natural disasters, and food insecurity. These factors have all contributed to a complex humanitarian crisis.

• Gang violence has become a major problem, with gangs controlling large parts of the capital, Port-au-Prince. This violence has led to a rise in kidnappings, murders, and displacement.
• Political instability has also been a major issue, with the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in 2021 plunging the country into further chaos. There is currently no functioning government in place.