Prime Minister of India - Dr. Manmohan Singh

PM expresses shock over the loss of lives in Katyani Sthan Rail accident

The Prime Minister has expressed deep sorrow and shock at the loss of lives of pilgrims caused by the accident at Katyani Sthan, in Khagaria District, Bihar. The Prime Minister has directed the Ministry of Railways to deploy  all available resources in the area for rescue and relief operations. He has also appealed for calm in the area so that the relief and rescue operations can be carried out without any hindrance.