President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has expressed his heartfelt condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India following the tragic train collisions in the eastern state of Odisha.
In a tweet, President Solih conveyed his deep sadness upon learning about the high death toll and extended his sympathies to the families of the victims. The president expressed that the Maldives stands in solidarity with the government and people of India during this difficult time.
The train collisions resulted in a significant loss of life, with over 850 people reported injured. Rescue operations are underway to locate and assist those who may still be trapped in the wreckage.
The unfortunate incident marks the most severe train accident in India in the past two decades, as reported by Indian media. Many of the injured individuals sustained serious injuries as a result of the collision, which occurred in the Balasore district of Odisha state.