Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], November 4 (ANI): The death toll in the fire that broke at the textile godown on Piplaj Road on Wednesday touched nine.

The rescue operation is underway at the site.

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Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the deaths and paid condolences to the bereaved families.

"Anguished by the loss of lives due to a fire in a godown in Ahmedabad. Condolences to the bereaved families. Prayers with the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to the affected," Prime Minister Modi tweeted. (ANI)

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