Modi calls Fadnavis from Cyprus; expresses grief over bridge collapse incident

Union Home minister Shah also expressed that he was deeply saddened by the tragic incident of the bridge collapse. “Spoke with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and inquired about the present situation on the ground. NDRF teams posted nearby quickly rushed to the site, joined the rescue operation, and saved several lives with remarkable promptness. Heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured,” he said.

Fadnavis too expressed his condolences,”My deepest condolences to their families. We share their grief in this difficult time. We stand with the bereaved families,” he said while announcing Rs five lakh financial assistance to kin of the deceased.

“I am in constant contact with the Divisional Commissioner, District Collector, Police Commissioner, and Tehsildar,” he said, adding that some people were swept away and a search operation is underway to find them.

NDRF teams are already deployed on-site, and all concerned agencies have been directed to remain on high alert.

“Rescue operations are being done with full speed & efforts,” Fadnavis added.

The state government will also bear the cost for the medical treatment of the injured, he said.