Washington: US President Joe Biden conveyed his deepest condolences on Monday to the bereaved families’ members who lost their lives in a bridge collapse in Morbi city in Gujarat.

Biden in a statement said that today, our hearts are with India. Jill and I send our deepest condolences to the families who lost loved ones during the bridge collapse, and join the people of Gujarat in mourning the loss of too many lives cut short.

The US and India are indispensable partners, with deep bonds between our citizens. In this difficult hour, we will continue to stand with and support the Indian people, he said.

British era constructed Bridge which had reopened five days back after extensive repairs and renovation, was crammed with people when it collapsed on Sunday evening. Over 130 people have died so far in the accident.