According to a UN official, millions of peoples have been affected in recent floods, 4.2 million acres of cultivated land has been destroyed and a million homes destroyed by the torrential rains. – AP Photo

ISLAMABAD: The United Nations has expressed its concern over the recent rain and floods in Sindh and has urged the world to give importance to the grave situation.

The UN is also concerned over the extreme weather situation in Pakistan as the country witnessed severe floods last year and is now facing a similar situation.

UN Humanitarian coordinator, Timo Pakkala said the world should come forward to help the flood victims.

According to Pakkala, millions of peoples have been affected in recent floods, 4.2 million acres of cultivated land has been destroyed along with a million homes, by the torrential rains.

Pakkala added that all the UN agencies are active for rehabilitation in the area and will continue to help the people affected by the floods.

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