PM Tarique Rahman mourns deaths in Nepal floods, landslides

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and widespread destruction caused by flash floods and landslides in Nepal.

In a condolence message, the prime minister said the people of Bangladesh were deeply shocked and saddened by the deaths and devastation caused by the sudden disaster. Bangladesh was closely following the latest developments in Nepal, he said.

Hundreds of people remain missing, with fears that many may have died. Tourists are also among those reported missing, according to the message.

Expressing solidarity with the Nepalese government and people during the difficult time, the Bangladesh government and people conveyed their deepest condolences to the families of those killed.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman also expressed hope that the missing would be rescued as soon as possible and that those injured would receive necessary medical treatment.

Bangladesh has also expressed its readiness to extend all possible assistance to Kathmandu in rescue and relief operations following the disaster.