Akhilesh seeks clarification on Ahmd plane crash
Lucknow: SP chief
Akhilesh Yadav
expressed grief over the incident. He also condoled the demise of Vijay Rupani who was onboard the ill-fated flight. "Demise of BJP's softspoken and gentle former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani is a major loss form Gujarat and India.
My condolences to his family and prayers that his soul may rest in peace," Akhilesh said in a message. He said the party and its leadership stands firmly with the families who have lost their near and dear ones in the crash. He announced that all public and political events of the party have been deferred for three days.
Meanwhile, Akhilesh sought a clarification from govt on the crash to put to rest speculation and misgivings about what led to the tragedy. "This is a major accident. On the basis of whatever little initial information we have till now, I would urge the authorities to ensure best possible and immediate help and medical assistance to all those in need," Akhilesh said.
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