AHMEDABAD: While expressing shock and sorrow at the horrific events that are unfolding in Uttarakhand, VHP international working president Dr Pravin Togadia said, "VHP expresses sympathy toward relatives of those who are no more. Those who are injured and are taking treatment are being helped by local VHP and Hindu helpline workers.

 Soon, to help relatives and the affected, VHP and Hindu helpline will send teams from neighbouring states so transportation and treatment will be taken care of. Since the calamity is beyond normal human comprehension, all should work together to help the army and ITBP who are putting own lives at risk in rescue and relief operations. We had noticed and raised an opposition to a lot of tree burning, breaking of mountain ranges with dynamites for power projects etc. All this has contributed to the damage caused by rain."