VATICAN CITY, JUL 28, 2005 (VIS) - Cardinal Secretary of State Angelo Sodano sent a telegram, in the Pope's name, to Cardinal Ivan Dias, archbishop of Bombay, India, for the monsoon rains which have devastated Maharashtra State in that country:
"Deeply saddened by reports of the tragic consequences of the monsoon rains in Maharashtra State, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI sends the assurance of his profound solidarity and pastoral concern. With fervent prayers that Almighty God will grant eternal peace to those who have died and consolation and strength to the homeless, injured and suffering, he invokes the divine gifts of wisdom, strength and peace upon the civil authorities and those engaged in the massive work of relief and rebuilding."
TGR/MONSOONS INDIA/SODANO:DIAS VIS 20050728 (130)
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