Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a road accident in Telangana’s Rangareddy district and announced an ex gratia of ₹2 lakh each from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the families of the deceased.

“The loss of lives due to a mishap in the Rangareddy district of Telangana is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured,” a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office said.

The PMO added that the injured would receive ₹50,000 each as financial assistance.

At least 19 people were killed and four others injured when a tipper lorry carrying gravel collided head-on with a public transport bus in the district.

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