Putin condoles loss of lives in Morbi bridge collapse in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, Oct 31: Prominent world leaders including Russian President Vladmir Putin on Monday extended heartfelt condolences to India on the loss of precious lives in the tragic incident of the bridge collapse in Morbi, Gujarat.

 

Russian President Vladimir Putin extended his condolences on the Morbi tragedy in Gujarat to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

 

"Dear Madam President, Dear Mr Prime Minister, Please accept our most sincere condolences on the tragic consequences of the bridge collapse in the state of Gujarat.

Please convey the words of sympathy and support to the families of the victims, as well as the wishes of a speedy recovery to all those affected by this disaster," read Putin's statement.

 

Prime Minister of Nepal, Sher Bahadur Deuba also expressed his grief over the tragic incident in Gujarat. "I am deeply saddened by the tragic incident of bridge collapse in Morbi, Gujarat. We extend heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of India on the loss of precious lives. Our thoughts & prayers are with the bereaved families," tweeted Deuba.

 

According to the latest reports, the death toll in the mishap went up to 132 on Monday morning. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi said that a criminal case has been registered in connection with the incident.