India, May 3 -- Indian President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday described the death of seven people in a stampede during a religious procession in Goa as 'unfortunate'.

"Sad to know about the unfortunate incident of a stampede in Shirgao, Goa which claimed several lives. I extend my condolences to bereaved family members and pray for quick recovery of the injured," she wrote on X.

Indian PM Narendra Modi said the mishap left him saddened.

"Saddened by the loss of lives due to a stampede in Shirgao, Goa. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected," he said.

At least seven people died and 30 others were injured after a stampede broke out during the Shri ...