China Expresses Condolences for Kerala Landslide Victims

China has conveyed condolences and wishes for a speedy recovery to the victims of landslides in Wayanad, Kerala. The disaster has resulted in 158 deaths and over 200 injuries. The Chinese Foreign Ministry confirmed that no Chinese citizens were reported among the casualties.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Beijing | Updated: 31-07-2024 17:58 IST | Created: 31-07-2024 17:58 IST
China Expresses Condolences for Kerala Landslide Victims
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China has expressed its heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the devastating landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, and wished a swift recovery for the injured.

The landslides have claimed the lives of 158 people, including 18 children, and injured over 200 others. Rescue operations are ongoing, with the casualty numbers expected to rise.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian confirmed in a media briefing that no Chinese nationals were reported among the casualties, according to checks by the Chinese Embassy in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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