India’s Humanitarian Assistance during the Covid Crisis: In the Context of Soft Power

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives, economies, and cultures worldwide, and it was more than just a health emergency.In response to this not experienced challenge, India took the initiative to manage the situation both at home and abroad.This paper explores how India's humanitarian assistance during the pandemic, ranging from disaster assistance to vaccine diplomacy, enhanced its standing internationally.The study takes Joseph Nye's concept of "soft power" to show how India's assistance initiatives became a significant component of its foreign policy, boosting its standing as a trustworthy and caring global actor.The report outlines how the pandemic changed India's position on the international order while also acknowledging the challenges the country faced at home while aiding to their neighbour countries and other nations.Ultimately, the crisis strengthened India's reputation as a responsible and significant player in international affairs while delivering new opportunities for global leadership.