NEWS RELEASES
July 28, 2005 (2:35 p.m. EDT)
No. 136
MINISTER PETTIGREW EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES
FOLLOWING FLOODING IN INDIA
Foreign Affairs Minister Pierre Pettigrew today issued the following statement regarding
the massive flooding and landslides in western India that have claimed hundreds of
lives:
“Canadians are saddened by the devastation and loss of life in India in recent days. We
extend our sincere condolences to the Government and the people of India. Our
thoughts are with the many citizens who have lost their loved ones, homes and
possessions.”
- 30 -
For further information, media representatives may contact:
Sébastien Théberge
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
(613) 995-1851
Media Relations Office
Foreign Affairs Canada
(613) 995-1874
http://www.international.gc.ca
| 
