The floods in Pakistan have prompted sadness from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who also prayed for a speedy return to normalcy in the neighbouring nation. The death toll from Pakistan’s worst-ever floods is getting close to 1,100 as of Monday. 33 million people—or one-seventh of the country’s population—have been displaced by the crisis”Saddened to see the devastation caused by the floods in Pakistan. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the injured and all those affected by this natural calamity and hope for an early restoration of normalcy,” PM Modi tweeted.
According to the most recent statistics, Pakistan’s floods have resulted in at least 1,061 fatalities and 1,575 injuries.According to Pakistan’s Finance Minister Miftah Ismail, the floods have cost the country’s economy $10 billion.Around 992,871 homes were completely or partially damaged, according to the National Disaster Management Authority.Islamabad has pleaded with the world community for financial support to repair the harm brought on by the floods.
The US, UK, UAE, and other nations have pledged assistance.Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pukhtunkhwa, and the south Punjab region were severely damaged by the relentless rains. The worst-affected provinces are Sindh and Baluchistan.
By Subhechcha Ganguly
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