Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna has expressed his grief and condolence towards the persons who died in accident at Chamoli. He has prayed for the peace of the departed soul and strength for the bereaved families. He has also wished speedy recovery of the injured. He has directed the District Administration to provide permissible relief amount to the families of deceased persons.
According to the State Emergency Monitoring Centre, a Mini Bus (RJ-14-PC-1000) heading from Badrinath to Joshimath with 22 passengers fell into River Alaknanda near Marwari Bridge at 7.07 pm. In all 5 persons died and 17 others were injured 7 seriously. The seriously injured were rushed to Srinagar Base Hospital and other normally injured are being treated at Primary Health Centre Joshimath.