What happened?
India dispatched a second tranche of consignment on January 13, 2025, to the southern African nation of Lesotho. The assistance comprises 1000 metric tonnes of sorghum (jowar) to help tackle Lesotho’s food shortage crisis as a result of El Niño-induced drought.
Why it matters to India
The food grain assistance underscores India’s commitment to South-South cooperation and solidarity with the southern African nation. Previously, in December 2024, India dispatched 1000 metric tonnes of rice to Lesotho.