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India.com
7 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Uttarakhand: 8 Dead, 3 Injured As Vehicle Plunges Into Pithoragarh Gorge; PM Modi Expresses Grief
A tragic road accident occurred in the Muwani area of Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh district on Tuesday, when a Max vehicle carrying 13 passengers fell into a 150-metre-deep gorge. The incident claimed the lives of eight people on the spot, while three others sustained serious injuries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the loss of lives and announced financial assistance for the victims' families. Sharing his condolences through the official handle of the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on X, he said: '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 injured would be given Rs. 50,000.' 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… — PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 15, 2025 Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed deep sorrow over the incident and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families. In a message posted on Facebook, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami wrote: "Received the tragic news of a vehicle accident in the Muwani area of Pithoragarh district. I pray to the Almighty to grant peace to the souls of those who lost their lives and give strength to the bereaved families to bear this immense grief. The district administration has been directed to ensure proper treatment for the injured. I pray for the speedy recovery of all those hurt in the accident." According to initial reports, the ill-fated vehicle was en route from Muwani to Bokta when the accident took place. Following the mishap, senior administrative officials rushed to the spot and coordinated with disaster management teams to carry out a rescue operation. The injured were retrieved from the gorge and transported by ambulance to the nearest hospital for urgent medical care. The impact of the accident was so severe that the vehicle was completely mangled. The identities of the deceased have not yet been confirmed. However, local officials have said that the victims were all residents of the region and were returning to their village when the tragedy struck. Preliminary assessments suggest that poor road conditions and high speed may have contributed to the accident, though the exact cause is still under investigation.
Mint
7 days ago
- Mint
8 killed, 5 injured as jeep falls into gorge in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh; PM Modi announces ₹2 lakh ex-gratia
Pithoragarh, Jul 15 (PTI)- Eight people were killed and five injured when a jeep fell into a deep gorge here on Tuesday, police said. The incident occurred in Suni village in the Thal area while the passengers were travelling to Bokta village, they said. Expressing grief over the incident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ₹ 2 lakh ex gratia for the deceased and ₹ 50,000 for injured individuals. In a post on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister's Office stated, '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 injured would be given Rs. 50,000.' The driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to plunge into a deep gorge. Eight people, including five women and three men, died on the spot, Thal SHO Shankar Singh Rawat said. He added that upon receiving information about the accident, police and a State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team reached the site and began rescue operations with the help of local residents. The injured were rushed to a hospital in Muwani, where they are currently undergoing treatment.
Mint
15-07-2025
- Mint
8 killed, 5 injured as jeep falls into gorge in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh; PM Modi announces ₹2 lakh ex-gratia
Pithoragarh, Jul 15 (PTI)- Eight people were killed and five injured when a jeep fell into a deep gorge here on Tuesday, police said. The incident occurred in Suni village in the Thal area while the passengers were travelling to Bokta village, they said. Expressing grief over the incident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ₹ 2 lakh ex gratia for the deceased and ₹ 50,000 for injured individuals. In a post on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister's Office stated, '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 injured would be given Rs. 50,000.' The driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to plunge into a deep gorge. Eight people, including five women and three men, died on the spot, Thal SHO Shankar Singh Rawat said. He added that upon receiving information about the accident, police and a State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team reached the site and began rescue operations with the help of local residents. The injured were rushed to a hospital in Muwani, where they are currently undergoing treatment. Pithoragarh District Disaster Management Officer Bhupendra Singh Maher confirmed that the bodies were recovered from the gorge. They were all locals.
Gulf Today
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Bridge collapse kills 9 in Gujarat, survivors recall horror
Tragedy struck Gujarat's Vadodara district when a portion of the Gambhira-Mujpur bridge in Padra taluka collapsed, plunging several vehicles into the Mahisagar (Mahi) River. Even as nine people died in the tragedy that left scores injured, survivors of the mishap on Wednesday recounted the terrifying moments when the bridge suddenly gave way beneath them. Speaking to IANS, Raju, one of the survivors, said, "There was a pickup vehicle, a rickshaw, and a two-wheeler on the bridge when it collapsed. I was on the bridge with my uncle. I don't know where he is now. I fell into the river and somehow survived. I was travelling from Dwarka to Tadkeshwar in a bus." Narendra Singh, another survivor, shared, "I was returning home after my duty. I was on my bike. Just as I reached the bridge, it collapsed right under me." The bridge, which serves as a crucial connector between Anand and Vadodara districts, collapsed during peak traffic hours. Preliminary reports suggest that four vehicles – a Bolero SUV, two trucks, and a pickup van – were crossing the structure when it crumbled without warning. Eyewitnesses described hearing a loud cracking sound moments before the vehicles plummeted into the river. Emergency services, including the fire brigade, local police, and Vadodara district administration officials, rushed to the site and launched rescue operations. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the loss of lives and announced ex-gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF). "The loss of lives due to the collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district is deeply saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon," the Prime Minister's Office (@PMOIndia) posted on X. Locals joined the rescue effort, helping pull the injured from the water and wreckage. At least three individuals have been rescued and hospitalised. Padra MLA Chaitanyasinh Zala visited the scene shortly after the incident, while authorities cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the cause of the collapse. Locals allege years of administrative neglect led to the disaster. "This bridge was already in a dangerous condition. People had been warning about it for a long time. It's not just a traffic hazard - it had become a suicide point," said one resident. Senior Congress leader Amit Chavda expressed concern on social media: "The main Gambhira bridge connecting Anand and Vadodara has collapsed. Multiple vehicles have fallen into the river. Rescue efforts must be immediate, and alternative traffic arrangements should be made." Rescue teams continued to search for missing persons late into the evening, using cranes to retrieve submerged vehicles from the river. Indo-Asian News Service
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
President, PM condole deaths in bridge collapse; Gujarat chief minister asks for report
Gandhinagar: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, chief minister Bhupendra Patel, and other leaders condoled the deaths in Wednesday's bridge collapse. The state govt announced an ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh to families of each of the deceased. The Centre, meanwhile announced ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh for kin from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF). Those injured will get Rs 50,000 each from the state govt and the PMNRF. The bridge collapse was discussed at the state Cabinet meeting where the reportedly summoned officials of the state roads and buildings department and directed them to file a report on the cause of the incident. "The news of the death of several people in a bridge accident in Gujarat's Vadodara district is extremely tragic. I express my deep condolences to the bereaved families. My prayers are that all those injured in this accident recover quickly," President Murmu said in a post on X. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad "The loss of lives due to the collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district, Gujarat, is deeply saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon," the PM said in an X post. "The accident caused by the collapse of a section of the Gambhira Bridge connecting Anand and Vadodara is deeply distressing. The state govt stands in full solidarity with each family affected by this tragedy," the chief minister stated.
