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Nitish expresses deep grief over stampede in Kolkata and road accident in Gwalior

Patna, Oct 18 (UNI) Janata Dal (United) national president and former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday expressed profound grief over the tragic stampede during Durga Puja in Kolkata and the road accident on Sheetla Mata Temple Road in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, which claimed the lives of several people.
Expressing his condolences over the stampede in Kolkata, Kumar said the news of the untimely deaths was deeply distressing. He said it was difficult to imagine the pain of families who had lost their loved ones, adding that the irreparable loss of dear ones leaves a void that can never be filled.
Kumar conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed to God to grant eternal peace to the departed souls. He also prayed for strength, patience and courage for the grieving families to endure this immense sorrow.
Expressing concern for those injured in the incident, he wished them a speedy recovery and prayed that they return safely to their families soon.
Kumar also expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of devotees in a road accident on Sheetla Mata Temple Road in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Describing the incident as heartbreaking and tragic, he said the untimely deaths of the devotees were deeply painful.
He extended his heartfelt sympathies to the families who lost their loved ones.
Kumar prayed for eternal peace for the departed souls and strength, patience and courage for their families to cope with the irreparable loss. He reiterated his solidarity with all those affected by both tragedies.
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