President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has extended his deepest condolences to the Government and people of Pakistan following a devastating fire at a hospital earlier today. The tragic incident, which occurred in the pediatric ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), claimed the lives of 14 newborn babies.

In a formal message addressed to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Muizzu expressed profound sorrow upon receiving news of the tragedy. He conveyed that the thoughts and prayers of the Maldivian people are with the grieving families who have suffered this unimaginable loss.

Furthermore, the President expressed his hope for a thorough investigation into the cause of the blaze. He emphasized the importance of implementing measures to ensure that such heartbreaking incidents are prevented in the future.