Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a coal mine explosion in China’s Shanxi province. In a condolence message issued on Sunday, he conveyed sympathy on behalf of his government and the people of Bangladesh to the bereaved families and the people of China. The message was shared through the Prime Minister’s Office’s official Facebook page.

The Prime Minister extended prayers for the rescue teams working tirelessly to find the injured and missing workers. He affirmed Bangladesh’s solidarity with China during this tragedy and praised the ongoing efforts to assist victims, treat the injured, and investigate the incident. He also wished that all those affected by the disaster find patience, courage, and comfort.

According to Chinese state media, the gas explosion occurred last Friday at 7:29 p.m. local time, killing at least 90 people while 247 workers were inside the mine at the time of the accident.