Press Release on the Recent Occurrence of Heavy Rainfall, Flood and Landslide in Sri Lanka

Press Release

The Government of Nepal has expressed its deep sorrow on the loss of human lives and property in Sri Lanka due to the recent occurrence of heavy rainfall, flood and landslide. At this hour of tragic loss, the Government of Nepal stands firmly with the people and Government of Sri Lanka.

As a token of its solidarity, the Government of Nepal has today decided to extend an assistance of US Dollar One Hundred Thousand (US$ 1,00,000.00) for the relief operation.

 

Office of the Spokesperson

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Singha Durbar, Kathmandu

20 May 2016