Himachal CM Sukhu expresses grief on death of 9 persons due to flood in Jaijon

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 11 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed grief over the tragic incident in which nine persons from Dehla of Una district lost their lives due to flood in the Jaijon village located at Himachal-Punjab border.

The Chief Minister has extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the peace of the departed souls.

Taking to X he shared, “The news of about 9 people, residents of Dehla village of Una district, becoming victims of an accident due to strong water flow near Jaijon (Himachal- Punjab border) is very sad. I am in touch with the local administration. May God give place to the departed souls in his holy feet and give courage to the bereaved family in this difficult time.”

He further said that relief and rescue work is underway. Instructions have been given to provide all possible help to the affected families.

The Chief Minister said that the state government stands in solidarity with the affected families during this time of distress. He assured that all possible assistance will be provided to them by the state government and the district administration of Una has been directed in this regard.

According to reports, twelve people were travelling in a vehicle to attend a wedding ceremony when the vehicle was swept away by rising water in a ravine. Nine bodies have been recovered so far, one person has been injured, and the search for the remaining two individuals is ongoing.