Uttarakhand Tragedy: 8 Lives Lost in Pithoragarh Gorge Accident
A heart-wrenching incident unfolded in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district, where eight people tragically lost their lives after the Max vehicle they were traveling in plunged into a 150-meter deep gorge. Three other passengers sustained injuries in the devastating accident.
PM Modi Expresses Grief, Announces Support
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his profound sorrow over the tragic loss of life. He offered his heartfelt condolences to the grieving families and announced financial assistance to help them cope with this immense loss.
Rescue and Relief Efforts Underway
(While not in the original text, this would be a natural place to include information about rescue operations, medical assistance provided to the injured, and any ongoing investigations into the cause of the accident. Example: “Local authorities and rescue teams immediately responded to the scene, providing medical aid to the injured and recovering the deceased. An investigation into the cause of the accident is currently underway.”)
