Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoles death of passengers in rail mishap

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the death of five passengers following the derailment of an inter-city express near Anekal in Karnataka this morning.

"Saddened by the loss of lives due to derailing of Bangalore-Ernakulam Express. Condolences to the families of the deceased," the Prime Minister tweeted.

At least five passengers were killed and more than 60 injured, several critically, when nine bogies of the Bangalore-Ernakulam Inter-City Express derailed near Anekal today after a boulder fell on the track.

"I wish the injured a speedy recovery. Railway Minister and officials are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring timely relief," the Prime Minister said.