India has expressed concern over the ongoing drought situation in Zambia and underscored its pledge to provide material assistance to Zambia in the form of 2,500 metric tons of maize, which is expected to reach Zambia soon. The issue was discussed during the 6th session of the Zambia-India Joint Permanent Commission in Lusaka, Zambia. The session was co-chaired by Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Zambia, Mulambo Haimbe. During the session, both leaders reviewed and discussed cooperation in various sectors, including agriculture, education, energy, defence, and culture. Both sides also appreciated the growing momentum in bilateral relations and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries.