Over the past few months, severe flooding in Kerala has left increasing devastation. With the death toll rising to 192, the Indian state has seen over 300,000 others seeking shelter from their homes. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, tweeted on Saturday to show his support for the people of Kerala.
“The state of Kerala in India is currently witnessing huge floods, the most devastating in a century. Hundreds have been killed, hundreds of thousands have been displaced. Ahead of Eid Al Adha, do not forget to extend a helping hand to our brothers in India,” the tweet says. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed then goes on to say that he, alongside His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has formed a committee in order to supply aid.
"UAE and the Indian community will unite to offer relief to those affected. We have formed a committee to start immediately. We urge everyone to contribute generously towards this initiative."
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed finishes with, “the people of Kerala have always been and are still part of our success story in the UAE. We have a special responsibility to help and support those affected, especially during this holy and blessed days.”
The committee will work in conjunction with prominent Indian residents in the UAE.