PM Modi condoles loss of lives during wedding ritual in Kushinagar

Thirteen women and children died after falling into a well while performing the ritual

Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi. File photo: ANI
Press Trust of India New Delhi
1 min read Last Updated : Feb 17 2022 | 10:17 AM IST

Condoling the loss of lives during a wedding ritual at Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday described the incident as heart-rending.

He extended his condolences to the families of victims and wished a quick recovery for the injured. The local administration is offering all possible help, Modi said in a tweet.

Thirteen women and children died after falling into a well while performing a marriage ritual.

The incident took place at Naurangiya Tola village when an iron grille, they were sitting on, broke.

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Topics :Uttar PradeshNarendra ModiAccident

First Published: Feb 17 2022 | 10:17 AM IST

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