Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday expressed deep grief over the death of 16 Indian Army personnel in a road accident at Zema in the state's northern part. ?
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Four injured soldiers have been air evacuated, the Army said in a statement.
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“It is very unfortunate that 16 of our brave hearts lost their lives in a tragic accident at Zema. My deepest condolence to the bereaved families in this hour of grief,” Tamang tweeted.
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“Similarly, I pray for the speedy recovery of 4 wounded personnel who are currently receiving medical treatment,” he added.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also condoled the death of the soldiers and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.?
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"I am deeply saddened by the unfortunate road accident in North Sikkim, claiming the lives of 16 brave hearts of the Indian Army. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.?
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“May God give them strength to bear the irreparable loss. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured," Banerjee said in a tweet.?
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Sixteen Indian Army personnel including three Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) were killed in a road accident when the vehicle they were travelling in fell into a gorge while negotiating a sharp turn, the Army statement said.