Tamil Nadu Governor K Rosaiah, Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, DMK chief Karunanidhi and other party leaders expressed grief over the fire mishap at a temple in Kerala's Kollam district in which over a hundred people were killed.
"I am deeply shocked and grieved to hear about the major fire accident at a temple in Paravoor, Kollam district, Kerala in which many have lost their lives and several others have been injured," Rosaiah said.
He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
Jayalalithaa said she was shocked and deeply grieved to learn of the "very unfortunate and tragic fire accident". "I convey my heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased," she said.
"The Government of Tamil Nadu stands ready to assist the Government of Kerala in the relief efforts in this hour of need," she said.
DMK chief Karunanidhi conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and expressed words of solace to the injured.
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss said, "Though such fireworks during festivals is related to our culture, this big mishap reinforces the need for care and regulation," during such events.
MDMK general secretary Vaiko said, "Everybody should realise at least now the dangers involved in bursting powerful crackers in places of public congregation."
It was a heart-rending tragedy that befell people who had come to offer worship, he said.
CPI(M) state secretary G Ramakrishnan demanded legal action against those responsible for the tragedy.
Naam Tamizhar Katchi coordinator Seeman urged people of Tamil Nadu to extend all possible help to the affected.
Over a hundred people were killed and 383 injured in a major fire that broke out in the Puttingal Devi Temple complex near Kollam early morning today during a display of fireworks for which there was no permission from authorities.
