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Modi, Rahul condole CAD fire tragedy

| | May 31, 2016, at 06:27 pm
New Delhi, May 31 (IBNS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday, condoled the loss of lives at the Central Ammunition Depot (CAD) fire tragedy, in Pulgaon, Maharashtra, where at least 20 people lost their lives while others were gravely injured.

"Pained by loss of lives caused by a fire at central ammunition depot in Pulgaon, Maharashtra. My thoughts are with the bereaved families," PM Modi tweeted.

The Prime Minister added that he has asked Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar to take stock of the situation.

"I pray that those who are injured recover quickly. Have asked RM @manoharparrikar to visit the spot & take stock of the situation," a seconf tweet read.

Offering his condolences, Gandhi said, "Deeply saddened and pained to learn of the deaths of Jawans and Officers in the fire at Central Ammunition Depot in Maharashtra."

"My prayers are with the families of the victims. I hope those injured in the accident are given due medical care and support," he added.    


 

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