India strongly condemned the series of attacks on various churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Sunday, where over 200 people were killed. Several foreigners have been killed in the attacks, and Indian authorities fear some of them may be Indian nationals. To help victims and their family members, India has set up helpline numbers in Colombo. India is still awaiting names of the deceased. "Sri Lanka government has yet not released the names of the victims of the attack, and authorities are still making all efforts to identity the deceased," said a senior external affairs ministry official.
India strongly condemned the series of attacks on various churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Sunday, where over 200 people were killed. Several foreigners have been killed in the attacks, and Indian authorities fear some of them may be Indian nationals. To help victims and their family members, India has set up helpline numbers in Colombo. India is still awaiting names of the deceased. "Sri Lanka government has yet not released the names of the victims of the attack, and authorities are still making all efforts to identity the deceased," said a senior external affairs ministry official.
However, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has confirmed the death of one Kerala resident, Raseena, who was in Sri Lanka with her husband.
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has extended all help required to Sri Lanka, and said India is "deeply shocked" to hear about the tragic and barbaric act. Several other political leaders, including Arun Jaitley, Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi, Piyush Goyal, etc, also condemned the attack.
Family members of Indians visiting Sri Lanka may contact the helpline or reach out to the Indian High Commission in Colombo for help. "I am in constant touch with the Indian High Commissioner in Colombo. We are keeping a close watch on the situation. We are closely monitoring the situation."
Moreover, Air India has waived off all charges towards rescheduling and cancellation of flights in or out of Colombo. "Passengers are requested to report well in advance to clear security at Bandaranaike International Airport," the airline said.
Swaraj has also offered any other help Sri Lanka may need by means of anti-terrorism or forensic examination measures. "We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the people and Government of Sri Lanka. We wish speedy recovery to those injured in the attacks," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.
HELPLINE NUMBERS
The High Commission of India in Colombo has floated helpline numbers for Indian citizens: The numbers are: 777903082, +94112422788, +94112422789, 777902082, 772234176
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