Japan Extends Condolences to India Amid Northern Flood Crisis

In a diplomatic gesture of support, Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru reached out to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, offering condolences for the devastating floods that recently afflicted northern India. The natural disaster, which unfolded over several weeks, has resulted in the loss of over 100 lives across three states.

'I am deeply saddened to learn that many precious lives were lost,' Ishiba conveyed in a heartfelt message to Modi, extending his condolences on behalf of the Japanese government. The floods, triggered by heavy monsoon rains, have unleashed destruction through Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and neighboring regions, impacting thousands of lives and causing massive infrastructural damage.

The catastrophic events included a cloudburst-induced flash flood in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, and significant flood events in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, leading to numerous fatalities, injuries, and missing persons. As rescue and recovery efforts continue, Japan's message underscores the international concern and solidarity in the face of this crisis.

(With inputs from agencies.)