Chennai, April 19 -- President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra and leaders of various political parties on Sunday evening condoled the deaths of more than 20 workers in a cracker manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu.

In her condolence message on X, Ms Murmu said the loss of lives in a tragic accident at a firecracker factory in Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu is deeply distressing.""I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. I wish the injured a speedy recovery", she added.

Mr Modi, in his condolences said, the accident that occurred in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu is deeply distressing.

"I convey my deepest condolences to those grieving the loss of their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover swiftly: ...