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Britain, Bhutan PMs express solidarity with people affected in Uttarakhand flash floods

Taking to Twitter, British PM Boris Johnson said that the UK is ready to offer any support required to India after the devastating floods in Uttarakhand.
 

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London, First Published Feb 8, 2021, 10:20 AM IST

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday expressed solidarity with India after a glacier burst in Uttarakhand, which led to massive flooding in the state.

Taking to Twitter, Johnson said that the UK is ready to offer any support required to India after the devastating floods in Uttarakhand.

"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," he tweeted.

Prime Minister of Bhutan, Lotay Tshering also sent prayers as the devastating Uttarakhand flash flood relief and rescue operations continued all night.

“Sending prayers for the souls lost to the Uttarakhand 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,” said Bhutan PM Lotay Tshering.

Uttarakhand's Chamoli district witnessed a massive flood on Sunday prompting authorities to begin a search and rescue operation. While 14 bodies have been found from different places so far, over 150 persons are said to be missing.

The mega flood in the Dhauli Ganga river occurred when a glacier burst in Joshimath in the district endangering the lives of the inhabitants along the banks of the river.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister has announced an ex-gratia of ₹4 lakh each to the kin of those who lost their lives due to the glacial burst.

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