Rahul Gandhi appeals to Himachal Pradesh government to provide all possible help to those affected by flash floods
The Hindu
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed condolences to the bereaved families of those who died in the floods
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday appealed to the government of Himachal Pradesh to provide all possible help to those affected by flash floods and landslides in the state.
"There has been heavy destruction in Himachal Pradesh due to landslides, cloudbursts and floods. News of mishaps coming from different parts of the state is very saddening," Mr. Gandhi said in a Facebook post in Hindi.
"I appeal to the government to provide all possible help to those affected as soon as possible. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured," he said.
Mr. Gandhi also expressed condolences to the bereaved families.
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