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India: At least 6 dead as wall collapses in Gujarat; PM Modi announces Rs200,000 ex-gratia
According to officials, a rescue operation is currently underway at the site
Photo: ANI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences over the death of six people after a wall collapsed at a private company's construction site in Gujarat's Mehsana district on Saturday.
The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia of Rs200,000 from Prime Minister National Relief Fund for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs50,000 for the injured, according to the Prime Minister's Office.
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"I wish for the speedy recovery of the injured. Under the supervision of the state government, the local administration is engaged in providing all possible help to the victims," according to a social media post on X.
At least six people died and many are feared trapped after the wall of a private company collapsed in Gujarat's Mehsana district on Saturday.
Speaking to ANI, the District Development Officer (DDO) of Mehsana, Hasrat Jasmine said, "This is a private company that was under construction. The incident happened around 1.45 pm. As per our information, 9-10 people were trapped, out of which 6 bodies have been recovered."
"A 19-year-old boy has been rescued alive and as per his statement, 8-9 people were working here. 2-3 people are still trapped. We pray to God that we rescue them alive," he added.
According to officials, a rescue operation is currently underway at the site.
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