Monday, May 25, 2009

[Marxistindia] Cyclone Aila Hits West Bengal

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news from the cpi(m)
May 26, 2009


Press Statement

The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) has issued
the following statement:


The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) expresses
deep concern at the loss of life and property caused by Cyclone Aila
that lashed Kolkata and some districts of West Bengal on May 25. Scores
of people have been killed and more than a lakh rendered homeless.


The Polit Bureau conveys its heartfelt condolences to the families of
the bereaved and expresses its sympathies with those who have been
affected by the cyclone.


The PB urges upon the Central government to urgently provide all
necessary assistance to the state government to help in rescue relief
and rehabilitation operations.


The Polit Bureau appeals to the people to contribute their might to help
mobilise resources for the cyclone affected people. Contributions may be
made to the West Bengal Chief Minister's Relief Fund.

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