New Delhi, Aug 27: Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee today expressed deep shock and grief over the loss of several lives in a stampede in Nashik Kumbh. Describing the stampede as tragic and unfortunate, he conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished speedy recovery to the injured. The Prime Minister is in Srinagar for the inter-state council meeting and is being kept posted with the latest situation, an official release said here tonight. It said the state government has been asked to provide all necessary assistance to the injured.
Bureau Report