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Condolence Message from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on the Train Collision in Odisha, India, 2 June 2023

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4 June 2023

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has written to Republic of India Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convey condolences on the collision between passenger trains in Odisha, India, on 2 June 2023. The text...

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Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has written to Republic of India Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convey condolences on the collision between passenger trains in Odisha, India, on 2 June 2023. The text of the letter is appended.

Singapore’s Consulate-General in Mumbai is in close contact with the local authorities on the situation. There are currently no reports of Singaporeans involved in the collision.

Singaporeans who require consular assistance should contact the Consulate-General of Singapore in Mumbai at +91 82910 32836 or the MFA Duty Office at +65 6379 8800.

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

SINGAPORE

4 JUNE 2023

Letter from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to India Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Dear Prime Minister Modi,

It was with great sadness that I learnt about the horrific train derailment in Balasore, Odisha, on 2 June 2023.

On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I extend my heartfelt condolences to you and the affected families. Our thoughts are with you and the people of India.

Yours sincerely,

LEE HSIEN LOONG

His Excellency Narendra Modi

Prime Minister

Republic of India

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