The CPI-M on Sunday expressed "deep shock" and offered "deep condolences" following a fire tragedy in a Kerala temple that left around 100 people dead.
"The CPI-M expresses its deep shock and grief over the tragedy that occurred in a temple at Paravur in Kollam district," the party said in a statement.
"All efforts must be made to mount rescue operations and provide proper medical relief, attention and rehabilitation to the victims. (The party) conveys its deep condolences to the families of the victims."