Simhasth Kumbh: Storm kills six, Shivraj announces solatium

Ujjain: Six persons were killed and several others injured during a storm and heavy rain that lashed the town late on Wednesday afternoon.

Cabinet Minister Bhupendra Singh, who is in charge of the Simhastha Kumbh, said six persons were killed, while 25 to 30 devotees sustained injuries.

The injured were rushed to the local hospitals and people with senious injuries were referred to Indore for further treatment.

PM condoles the death:

Anguished over the loss of lives at the Kumbh due to heavy rains. May Almighty give strength to the bereaved families to overcome the grief.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 5, 2016

I hope the injured recover quickly. I pray for the safety & well-being of all saints, pilgrims and tourists at the Kumbh.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 5, 2016

CM Shivraj Singh Chauhan visits hospital:

The Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan visited the hospital meet the injured in the cold hours on Thursday.

He also announced solatium for kins of the deceased and injured