Prince William, Dutchess offer condolences over Kerala temple fire

Britain’s Prince William took a moment during a gala ball to express grief over the temple fire that left more than 100 dead in Kerala.

Britain’s Prince William took a moment during a gala ball to express grief over the temple fire that left more than 100 dead in Kerala.

Britain's Prince William and his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel. (Reuters Photo)

The Duke of Cambridge was speaking at a gala ball held at Mumbai’s iconic Taj Palace Hotel, after he and his wife, Catherine, arrived for a week-long visit to the region.

PTI quoted William as saying to the guests: “Catherine and I would like to offer our condolences to all those affected by the terrible fire at the temple in Kollam. I know all of you in this room will join us in the sentiments.”

The fire, started by a fireworks display, engulfed the Puttingal temple complex early on Sunday morning. More than 100 people were killed and hundreds were injured.

(With inputs from PTI)