President Erdoğan talked about the solidarity shown by Turkey and the earthquake residences built on the anniversary of the earthquake on February 6. Sharing his goals regarding the work carried out, Erdoğan stated that the process will be completed without causing any grievance to anyone.
President Erdoğan's Speech
In his speech at the ceremony, President Erdoğan reminded that exactly one year ago today, a great disaster occurred that destroyed homes, broke hearts, and caused us to carry the pain for a lifetime. Stating that February 6 started with the biggest disaster in Turkey's history, Erdoğan explained the intensity and effects of the earthquake and said, "The first one occurred at 4.17 am with a magnitude of 7,7 centered in Pazarcık, followed by two earthquakes centered in Elbistan at 13.24 on the same day with a magnitude of 7,6 and their intensity was close to them." Our world literally collapsed around us with thousands of aftershocks.” he said.
Turkey's Solidarity
President Erdoğan emphasized that Turkey displayed extraordinary solidarity in the face of this disaster, which affected approximately 14 million people and caused heavy destruction in 11 thousand neighborhoods and villages in 124 districts of 7 cities, and stated that few countries in the world could survive so strongly in a similar situation. did. “We have all seen and witnessed that even the most developed countries in the world have been helpless in the face of similar disasters for years.” Erdoğan stated that Turkey has taken important steps in the removal of debris and reconstruction process.
Work Done and Goals
In his speech, President Erdoğan also talked about the houses built after the earthquake and touched upon the draw and turnkey ceremonies held in Hatay and Gaziantep. Erdoğan stated that a similar event will be held in Kahramanmaraş and that the construction of new residences is continuing rapidly in the city. “Our goal is to deliver 200 thousand residences and village houses to their rightful owners by the end of the year. Then we will quickly increase this number to 390 thousand.” Speaking as follows, Erdoğan stated that the process will be completed without causing any grievance to anyone.
Minister Tekin's Evaluation
Minister Tekin, in his evaluation of the Earthquake Housing Draw and Key Delivery Ceremony, said, “Thank God, our state and nation are strong enough to overcome all kinds of difficulties, and our state stands by our nation with all its means. Congratulations to our earthquake-affected citizens who have found their new homes.” said.
