Raipur, May 12 -- Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao on Monday condoled the demise of 13 people who lost their lives in a road accident in Saragaon, calling it a "tragic incident."

Arun Sao assured that the incident will be investigated and strict action will be taken on those responsible for the accident.

"13 people have died in a road accident. It is a tragic incident. I express my condolences to the families of the deceased. The incident will be investigated and strict action will be taken against the culprit...The affected families will be given all the requisite help," Arun Sao said.

On Sunday, 13 people lost their lives and 14 others were injured after a truck collided with a trailer near Saragaon on Raipur-Balodabazar R...