World leaders express grief over the Uttarakhand glacier disaster
World leaders express grief over the Uttarakhand glacier disaster
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- Feb 9, 2021,
- Updated Feb 9, 2021 12:59 PM IST
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A portion of the Nanda Devi glacier broke off in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Sunday, triggering an avalanche and a deluge in the Alaknanda river system. The glacier burst led to a rise in water levels in the river Rishiganga, which washed away the Rishi Ganga small hydro project and affected the downstream hydro project of NTPC at Tapovan. The sudden flood in the middle of the day in the Dhauli Ganga, Rishi Ganga and Alaknanda rivers, all intricately linked tributaries of the Ganga, triggered widespread panic and large-scale devastation in the high mountain areas, with at least 26 dead and 171 missing. Here's how the world reacted to the incident.
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Boris Johnson
Prime Minister, United Kingdom
"My thoughts are with the people of India and rescue workers in Uttarakhand as they respond to devastating flooding from the glacier collapse. The UK stands in solidarity with India and is ready to offer any support needed."
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Emmanuel MacronPresident, France"France expresses its full solidarity with India, after a glacier burst in the Uttarakhand province, leading to the disappearance of over 100 people. Our thoughts are with them and their families."
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The US State Department"Our deepest condolences to those affected by the glacier burst and landslide in India. We grieve with the family and friends of the deceased and extend our hopes for a speedy and full recovery for the injured."
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Satoshi Suzuki
Ambassador, Japan to India
"My heart bleeds for tragic loss and missing of many innocent lives by the massive #glacier burst in #Uttarakhand today. I'd like to extend my heartfelt condolences, and pray for those missing to be rescued as soon as possible. Our sympathy is with the people of #Uttarakhand.
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Antonio GuterresSecretary-General, United Nations"The United Nations stands ready to contribute to the ongoing rescue and assistance efforts in Uttarakhand if necessary."
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Volkan BozkirPresident, United Nations General Assembly"I'm closely following the news out of #Uttarakhand, #India, where the breaking of a glacier has led to at least 9 dead & 140 missing. As rescue efforts continue, my thoughts are with @IndiaUNNewYork and the Indian people.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nepal"We are saddened by the news of death and missing of many individuals due to flash flood caused by an avalanche in Uttarakhand, India. We express deep condolences to the bereaved family members of the deceased and pray for the safety of those missing.
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Lotay Tshering
Prime Minister, Bhutan
"Sending prayers for the souls lost to the Uttarkhand flood and wishing courage to those who are fighting the disaster. May those who are still missing be found in good health. We are with you, dear friends in India."