Delhi, 24 July (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives due to an accident in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. He announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 to the injured.

The Prime Minister's Office in post on X said:

Saddened by the loss of lives due to an accident in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in the mishap. May the injured recover soon.

An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi

A Himachal Road Transport Corporation bus fell into a gorge in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, killing at least seven people and injuring around 20 on Thursday. The accident near Maseran is suspected to be caused by a road cave-in due to heavy rainfall. The ongoing monsoon has worsened road conditions, heightening accident risks in the region.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar