Bangkok Blast: Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemns attack on Hindu shrine

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi tonight condemned the bomb blast that took place outside a Hindu temple in Thai capital Bangkok, killing at least 15 people. "I strongly condemn the blast in Bangkok. My thoughts are with the families of the deceased. I pray for a speedy recovery of the injured," he tweeted. (Read: All you need to know about Erawan)

I strongly condemn the blast in Bangkok. My thoughts are with the families of the deceased. I pray for a speedy recovery of the injured.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 17, 2015

A powerful bomb exploded around 7 pm (5:30 IST) outside Erawan Shrine in the downtown Chidlom district of Bangkok, police said. The temple, which is dedicated to Lord Brahma, is located on a main road through Bangkok's commercial hub and is surrounded by three major shopping malls. At least 15 people were killed in the explosion, according to latest information. There was a huge amount of chaos, with body parts scattered everywhere, media reports said.  (Read: Bangkok Blast: Live Update)