President Condoles Loss of Lives in Boat Tragedy in Andamans

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has expressed shock and grief over the loss of lives in the boat tragedy in the Andamans yesterday (January 26, 2014). He has conveyed his profound condolences to the grieving families of the deceased. The President also called upon the authorities concerned to engage in speedy relief and rescue efforts and render all assistance to the kin of the victims.

This release issued at 1015 hrs.