Srinagar, June 29 (KNS): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of soldiers in a flash flood in Ladakh, stating that the entire nation stands with their grieving families.

Five Army personnel, including a junior commissioned officer, lost their lives when their T-72 tank was submerged by flash floods in the Shyok River near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Nyoma-Chushul area during a military exercise early Saturday.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

"I am deeply saddened by the tragic accident during the military exercise in Ladakh. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of the brave soldiers who perished in this accident. The entire nation stands in solidarity with them," Shah posted on 'X' as per news agency KNS.

The incident occurred near Mandir Morh, approximately 148 km from Leh, around 1 am, according to officials.(KNS)