Actor Preity Zinta, on Saturday condoled the loss of lives in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rains and landslides. In an Instagram note, Preity, who hails from Shimla, expressed concern for those affected.

She wrote, "Absolutely Devastated after seeing the recent visuals from Himachal Pradesh. It`s heartbreaking to see the Loss of life & destruction of people`s homes & public infrastructure by massive landslides due to incessant rains. My heart & prayers go out to all the affected people & their families. May God protect them in these difficult times as nature unleashes its fury on my beautiful hill state."