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PM Modi condoles loss of lives in Jharkhand mine collapse

| | Dec 30, 2016, at 07:01 pm
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IBNS): Prime Minster Narendra Modi on Friday condoled the loss of lives in the Jharkhand mine collapse.

The mine collapsed on Thursday night, trapping at least 40 people and many vehicles inside.

According to reports, at least six people have been killed so far.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das is reportedly keeping a close watch.

"Saddened by the loss of lives at a mine in Jharkhand. My prayers are with those trapped inside. Spoke to CM Raghubar Das on the situation," the PM's tweet read.

"Jharkhand Government & Minister @PiyushGoyal are working to restore normalcy. @NDRFHQ has been engaged for rescue & relief operations," he said.

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