New Delhi, April 12 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office late on Saturday announced ex-gratia for the families of the victims of a deadly road accident in Bihar that left at least 10 dead and nearly 25 injured.

The accident took place on Saturday near Gerabari within the jurisdiction of the Korha Police Station in the Katihar district, when a bus and a pickup vehicle collided.

Initial reports put the death toll at 10 while the two dozen plus individuals who were injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for advanced medical care.

As news of the accident spread, leaders from across Bihar and India expressed their grief.

"The tragic loss of lives in the horrific road accident in the Kodha police station area of Katihar district is hea...