Himachal Pradesh CM expresses grief over tragic loss of 11 lives in Hoshiarpur

Tribune News Service

Shimla, August 11

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident in which 11 persons from Dehlan of Una district lost their lives due to flashflood in Jejon Choe in Hoshiarpur..

The Chief Minister has extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the peace of the departed souls.

The Chief Minister said that the state government stands in solidarity with the affected families during this time of distress.

He assured that all possible assistance will be provided to them by the state government and district administration of Una has been directed in this regard.

According to reports, 12 persons were travelling in an Innova vehicle to attend a wedding ceremony when the vehicle was swept away by rising water in a ravine.

Nine bodies have been recovered so far, one person has been injured, and the search for the remaining two individuals is ongoing.