Abu Dhabi extends condolences and support as India reels from deadly rains in northeastern region
The United Arab Emirates has expressed deep solidarity with India after torrential rains triggered severe floods and landslides, leading to the loss of dozens of lives and large-scale destruction across the country’s northeast, reported dubaieye1038.com.
UAE’s Foreign Ministry sends condolences, wishes speedy recovery to injured as India faces flood crisis.
In an official statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and expressed its support for the government and people of India during this difficult time. The Ministry also conveyed best wishes for the swift recovery of all those injured in the disaster.
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At least 34 people have lost their lives due to heavy rainfall in India’s northeastern states
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In the Himalayan state of Sikkim, more than 1,000 stranded tourists were being evacuated, while in Meghalaya, Indian Army teams were deployed to rescue over 500 people trapped in flood-hit regions
Neighbouring Bangladesh also affected, as rain-induced landslides claim lives and displace thousands.
The impact of the monsoon weather has extended to Bangladesh, where a landslide in Sylhet claimed the lives of four members of a family. Emergency shelters have been opened across the hilly districts of Rangamati, Bandarban, and Khagrachhari to accommodate displaced residents.
The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of continued heavy rainfall in the coming days, prompting heightened alerts and ongoing evacuation efforts in vulnerable areas.