Shimla, June 3 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed grief over the demise of Indian Army soldier Lance Naik Manish Thakur, who lost his life in Sikkim, which has faced landslides due to heavy rains.

He was a resident of Baraban village in Nahan, Sirmaur district, and served in the Dogra Regiment.

The Chief Minister conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family and said that the state government stands firmly with them in this difficult time and will provide all possible assistance.

He prayed for peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family members to bear this irreparable loss, a release said.

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