In a message of condolence to the Government of India, President Ranil Wickremesinghe says he is saddened by collapse of the bridge in Morbi, Gujarat and that the people of Sri Lanka join him in extending their condolences to the government, people of India and the families of those who lost their lives.
“Shocked and distressed by the tragic accident in Morbi, Gujarat, with the collapse of the bridge,” the President said in a tweet.
“The Government and people of Sri Lanka join me in extending deepest condolences to the Government and people of India, especially the families of the citizens who lost their lives.”
“May the injured have a speedy recovery and wish every success in the rescue and recovery operations underway,” he said.
