Ilham Aliyev expresses his condolences due to fire in Indian temple

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has sent his condolences to his Indian counterpart Pranab Mukherjee in connection with a fire at the Puttingal temple in the town of Paravur in Kerala.

"We are deeply saddened by the news of numerous casualties and injured people as a result of a fire at the Puttingal temple in the city of Paravur.  In connection with this tragedy, on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own behalf, I extend deepest condolences to You, bereaved families, loved ones of those who died and the people of India, and wish a recovery to the injured,” Trend cited Aliyev as saying.