Indian PM expresses concerns over Sichuan earthquake

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his concern and condolences through Weibo over the magnitude-7.0 earthquake that hit southwest China's Sichuan Province on Tuesday night.

Modi said he was saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the earthquake, adding that the Indian people pray for the victims' families and hope those injured will recover swiftly.

The quake shook Sichuan's Jiuzhaigou County on Tuesday night, killing at least 20 people and wounding over 430 more, with 15 in critical conditions.

More than 60,000 tourists and local residents have since been moved to safe places.