Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expressed deep pain over a tragic mishap that occurred in Surat district, Gujarat on June 2, 2026. He extended heartfelt condolences to those who lost loved ones and prayed for the earliest recovery of the injured. The Prime Minister noted that rescue operations are currently underway and that authorities are providing all possible assistance at the accident site.
From the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF), an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 2 lakh has been announced for the next of kin of each deceased individual. Additionally, Rs. 50,000 will be provided to each person who sustained injuries in the incident. The Prime Minister made this announcement through a post on the social media platform X, confirming the financial assistance measures from the PMNRF.