LONDON: Queen of Great Britain expressed sympathy on Monday for Pakistan flood victims after the country faced widespread destruction and loss more over 1000 lives.
In a statement released today, Queen Elizabeth II said she was “deeply saddened” by the flooding that killed over 1000 people throughout Pakistan during the ongoing rainy season.
The country experienced exceptionally heavy monsoon rains, which triggered flash floods affecting 33 million people and damaging almost one million homes. death The death toll is reported to be at least 1,061. people.
In a message to President Arif Alvi, the Queen said: “I am deeply saddened of tragic loss of life and destruction caused due to floods in Pakistan.
“My thoughts with all those who who suffered as well as those who work in difficult circumstances for support in recovery efforts.
“The United Kingdom stands in solidarity with Pakistan, how are you recovering from these terrible events”.
The message released by Buckingham Palace was signed “Elizabeth R.”
Pakistani authorities said the destruction is worse than in 2010 when 1700 people were killed by the floods.
Qamar Javed Bajwa, current Main of army headquarters in Pakistan, said on Sunday that the country could take years to recover.
The UN said last week that it had committed £2.6m. for United Nations aid agencies and their partners in Pakistan responds to floods.
Pakistan Climate Minister Sherry Rehman said the country has seen more rain this year. year mainly because of changing of the climate.
Unprecedented rains affected all four of provinces of the country, destroying more over 150 bridges and washed away many roads, making rescue operations difficult.
At least 6500 soldiers were drawn up in to help civil authorities in rescue operations throughout the country.
Prime Minister Shabaz Sharif visited a number of of flood-damaged areas in northwest of country on Monday and said government will provide housing for those who lost their homes.
