New Delhi: No Indian was reported to be affected in a terror "attack" in French resort of Nice where at least 80 were killed when a large truck ploughed through a crowd celebrating Bastille Day events, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Friday.
"Our Ambassador in Paris is in touch with the Indian community in Nice. So far no report of any Indians affected," External Affairs Spokesperson Vikas Swarup tweeted.
He also said the Indian embassy in Paris had opened the helpline number 33-1-40507070.
Meanhwile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack in France and issued condolences to the people who lost their lives.
Appalled by the horrific attack in Nice. I strongly condemn such mindless acts of violence. My thoughts are with the families of deceased.— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 15, 2016
I hope the injured recover soon. India shares the pain & stands firmly with our French sisters & brothers in this hour of immense sadness.— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 15, 2016
The driver of the truck was shot dead after barrelling two kilometres through the crowd, sending hundreds fleeing in terror and leaving the area strewn with bodies.
The attack comes eight months after Islamic State terrorists attacked Paris nightspots, killing 130 people and dealing a hard blow to tourism in one of the world's top destinations.
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