The reconstruction of Notre Dame is the destiny of France, Macron vows as fire subsidize ; French billionaire extends € 100 million

Emmanuel Macron said France was going to launch a campaign to rebuild the cathedral, one of the finest examples of French Gothic cathedral architecture. The Cathedral of Notre – Dame is known for its fundraising efforts in appealing to contribute to “talents” from abroad.

The fire was largely extinguished on Tuesday at 3 am CET (6.30 am IST) after burning for about eight hours. The firefighters were trying to rescue relics of religion and priceless works of art. One fireman was severely wounded. It’s the only casualty reported in the incident. Before bringing the blaze under control, the firefighters were able to save the main bell towers and outer walls from collapse.

Macron pledges to rebuild French landmark

“The worst has been avoided,” French President Emmanuel Macron told reporters at the scene shortly before midnight. “We will rebuild it together. It will undoubtedly be a part of French destiny and our project for the years to come,” Macron said.

In the United States, the fire at Notre – Dame has already prompted fundraising appeals, while in France, Kering’s billionaire chief executive, Francois – Henri Pinault, the luxury group behind brands like Gucci, was quoted in a statement to the news agency AFP saying he would pledge $ 100 million ($ 113 million) for reconstruction efforts.