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Tent collapses in India and kills at least 14 people

Tent collapses in India and kills at least 14 people
[Photo: India Today]

At least 14 people were killed and more than 50 injured when heavy rain and strong winds caused a huge tent to collapse in the Indian state of Rajasthan.

BBC reports some were electrocuted by live wires as the tent caved in, and others killed by falling debris.

Local outlet the Hindustan Times said 300 people had gathered inside the tent for a religious event.

The collapse took place in the Barmer district of Rajasthan.

An investigation has been launched into the incident.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the incident "unfortunate" in a tweet, saying his thoughts were "with the bereaved families".

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