External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and destruction caused by an earthquake in Colombia, and prayed for the swift recovery of those injured.
Jaishankar shared the message from his account (@DrSJaishankar) on the social media platform X, saying he was deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and the damage caused by the quake.
Earthquake Leaves Colombia Reeling
The earthquake in Colombia has caused significant destruction, with the natural disaster claiming several lives and damaging property. The exact number of casualties or further technical details about the quake have not been made public so far.
What Jaishankar Said
In his post, the External Affairs Minister extended heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the disaster. He also prayed for the swift recovery of those who were injured, with his message carrying a tone of sympathy and humanitarian concern.
India's Offer Of Assistance
Jaishankar also made clear in his post that India stands ready to extend all possible help to Colombia during this difficult time. The gesture reflects India's long standing diplomatic practice of extending humanitarian assistance and cooperation whenever a natural disaster strikes any part of the world.
Public Reaction
Jaishankar's post drew a mixed response on social media. While many users expressed sympathy for the earthquake victims in Colombia and welcomed India's gesture, some others used the moment to raise unrelated questions about India's broader foreign policy.
