India with medical equipment as the country struggles to contain record surges in COVID-19 cases and deaths.“The answer to the question is yes, we are in touch with India and our High Commissioner in India Nadir Patel about a number of options that may be on the table for us to assist,” procurement minister Anita Anand said during a press conference Friday, when asked whether Canada would step in to help.“We will stand ready with PPE and ventilators and any items that might be useful for the government of India.” ‘It’s over’: India COVID-19 patients suffocate as cases surge during oxygen shortage In an emailed statement to Global News, Anand’s office said on April 23 they had “no further information” on what types of personal protective.