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President Kovind Condoles Loss Of Lives Due To Landslide In Manipur

President Ram Nath Kovind condoled the civilians and armed forces personnel who lost their lives due to a landslide in Manipur and prayed for the safety of people for whom rescue operation was underway.

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President Kovind Condoles Loss Of Lives Due To Landslide In Manipur
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President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday condoled the loss of lives of civilians and armed forces personnel due to a landslide in Manipur and prayed for the safety of people for whom rescue operation was underway.

At least eight people were killed and over 70 others went missing after a massive landslide occurred at a railway construction site in Manipur's Noney district.

“The loss of lives of civilians and Armed Forces personnel due to a landslide in Noney, Manipur is extremely unfortunate. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the safety of the people for whom rescue and relief operations are underway,” Kovind tweeted.