Guwahati, Nov. 13 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday expressed profound grief over the tragic accident in Kaziranga earlier today and conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones.

Terming the incident as deeply distressing, the Chief Minister said that the loss of life has shaken everyone and that his thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families.

He added that while no words can lessen their pain, the Government and the people of Assam stand firmly with them in this hour of grief.

The Chief Minister, who is currently on a two-day official tour of Biswanath district, is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the Golaghat District Commissioner and Minister for...