The world joins Canada in mourning after a shocking mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge High School in British Columbia, prompting an emotional tribute from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On Wednesday, from New Delhi, Modi took to X to articulate his dismay and extend India’s unwavering support.
Nine lives were lost in the Tuesday assault: seven at the school and two nearby, with the gunman—alerted as a brown-haired woman—fatally ending their own life. RCMP Superintendent Ken Floyd shared these grim facts in a virtual briefing, noting the safe extraction of 100-plus school occupants.
Modi’s post resonated widely: “Shocked by the terrible shooting in Canada. I share deepest condolences with grieving families and wish speedy healing to the injured. In this dark hour, India is beside Canada’s people.”
Two gravely wounded were rushed by air to medical facilities, 25 more assessed on-site. The incidents, linked spatially and temporally, baffle investigators on motive, per Floyd, who vowed exhaustive efforts despite anticipated hurdles.
Premier David Eby decried the ‘unimaginable heartbreak,’ pledging aid as the fossil-rich mining hamlet of 2,400 souls unites in resilience. PM Modi’s voice amplifies a chorus of international outrage, spotlighting vulnerabilities in remote communities.
Beyond condolences, this event catalyzes discourse on systemic reforms— from mental health interventions to stricter gun protocols. As Tumbler Ridge heals, Modi’s solidarity exemplifies compassionate leadership in turbulent times.