Imran Khan mourns loss of lives in Amritsar train tragedy
Islamabad, Oct 20 (IBNS): Pakistan PM Imran Khan on Saturday condoled the loss of lives in the train mishap incident in the north Indian city of Amritsar.
Khan said the incident left him 'saddened'.
"Saddened to learn of the tragic train accident in Amritsar India. Condolences go to the families of the deceased," Khan, who was elected as the PM of the country this year, tweeted.
At least 60 people were killed when a train ran over people who were standing on the railway track to watch the burning of Ravana effigy on Friday.
Ravana effigies were burned across the country, including in Amritsar city, as a part of the Dusshera festival.
The Punjab government ordered a state mourning on Saturday.
All offices and educational institutions remained closed in the state.
The accident took place at Dhobi Ghat near Jaura Phatak at 6:45 pm on Friday.
The train was on its way from Jalandhar to Amritsar.
According to reports, a huge crowd gathered at the railway tracks to watch the burning of Ravana effigy which is a part of Dussehra celebrations
When the first train came, they could not hear the sound due to exploding crackers.
According to reports, a second train also ran over the people.
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