Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a mishap in Nashik, Maharashtra.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Deeply saddened by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Nashik, Maharashtra. My thoughts are with those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover soon.”
Six devotees were killed on Sunday after their vehicle fell into an 800-feet ravine near the Saptashrungi Gad temple in Nashik.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called the incident “extremely tragic” and announced a financial assistance of ₹5 lakh for the next of kin of each victim. He said rescue teams had been deployed and all necessary arrangements were in place.
Police identified the victims as: Kirti Patel (50), Rasila Patel (50), Vitthal Patel (65), Lata Patel (60), Pachan Patel (60) and Maniben Patel (60).
