At least eight people lost their lives in a tragic road accident near the Suni bridge in Muwani town of Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district on Tuesday, officials confirmed.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his sorrow over the loss of lives. In a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, he announced ex-gratia compensation from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). “An amount of ₹2 lakh will be given to the next of kin of each deceased, and ₹50,000 will be provided to those injured,” the statement read.
Saddened by the loss of lives due to a road accident in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. 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…
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According to Pithoragarh Superintendent of Police Rekha Yadav, the vehicle was carrying 13 passengers when it veered off course and crashed. “Eight people died after a vehicle carrying 13 people crashed near the Suni bridge in Muwani town. The police officials have reached the spot and rescue operations are underway,” SP Yadav said.
The cause of the accident is yet to be officially confirmed, and authorities have launched a full-scale rescue operation to assist the injured and retrieve the bodies.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed profound grief over the incident and extended his condolences to the families of the deceased. He directed district authorities to expedite rescue efforts and ensure that those injured receive timely and free medical treatment.
“The Chief Minister has instructed the district administration to provide all necessary help and ensure the injured are given proper treatment without any delay,” the Chief Minister’s Office said in a statement.
