Dear President and Members of the Nepal Chess Federation,
On behalf of FIDE and in my capacity as Interim President, I wish to express my deepest condolences and solidarity following the tragic floods that struck Nepal on 26 August.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and the suffering caused by this devastating disaster. Our thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones, their homes, or their livelihoods, as well as with the communities affected by the floods.
At this difficult time, I would like to convey FIDE’s sincere support to the Nepal Chess Federation and to the entire chess community in Nepal. We stand with you in solidarity and hope that the rescue and recovery efforts will bring relief to those affected and that the country will recover swiftly from this tragedy.
Please convey our heartfelt condolences to all members of the Nepalese chess community and, above all, to those who have been personally affected by this disaster.
With deepest sympathy and solidarity,
Viswanathan Anand
Interim President FIDE