In a message, he conveyed his deep sympathy to the bereaved families and announced exgratia of Rs two lakh each to the next of the kin of the victims
He directed the administration to expedite rescue operation and provide adequate treatment for the injured persons and asked Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Pramilla Mallick to visit the spot and take stock.
He too announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next kin of each deceased person.