The United States of America President Joe Biden said that he is heartbroken by the tragic news of a train crash in India that killed nearly 300 people.
The crash in Odisha's Balasore district involving three trains is one of the worst rail accidents in India in nearly three decades. At least 288 people are dead and over 1,100 are injured.
"(First Lady Dr) Jill (Biden) and I are heartbroken by the tragic news of the deadly train crash in India. Our prayers go out to those who have lost loved ones and the many who suffered injuries in this terrible incident," Biden said in a statement.
"The United States and India share deep bonds rooted in the ties of family and culture that unite our two nations — and people all across America mourn alongside the people of India. As the recovery effort continues, we will hold the people of India in our thoughts," Biden said.
Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi in a tweet thanked the leaders across the globe for pouring in prayers and condolences for the tragedy, in a tweet he said, "Deeply moved by the condolence messages from world leaders on the train mishap in Odisha. Their kind words will give strength to the bereaved families. Gratitude for their support."
Modi also praised the compassion and courage of the Indians who helped the rescue process run smoothly, he said in another tweet, "The courage and compassion shown by the people of our nation in the face of adversity is truly inspiring. As soon as the train mishap took place in Odisha, people immersed themselves in assisting rescue ops. Several people lined up to donate blood."
(With PTI inputs)
