Canada, UAE condole Delhi fire incident

Canada and the UAE have condoled the fire incident in New Delhi that killed at least 21 people, including 12 foreigners, and left dozens injured.

“Deeply saddened by the tragic fire that claimed at least 21 lives and injured many others in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi,” Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said in a social media post on Thursday.

“Canada stands with India during this devastating time, and I extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those affected,” said Anand, adding that she is in touch with her Indian counterpart S Jaishankar to convey Canada’s solidarity.

The UAE Foreign Ministry has also extended condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the Government and people of India, over the tragedy.

“The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of India following a fire at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries,” said.