4 childhood friends who grew up in UAE die together in India crash

Since three youngsters were active members of social circle in Fujairah, Sri Prabha wrote on Facebook page: "A gloomy day for Fujairah. Rest in peace dear children."

Rajesh Divakaran, a Fujairah resident, wrote: "Last time when I met her, Jeena said that she will make cake and invite me."

Sharmila Kumar was distraught as Nikhith was her son's classmate.

"May their soul rest in peace. May God give enough strength to their parents," she said.

Shivaprakash Nair said the youngsters "were raised before our eyes and had grew up with my kids."

Many noted the youngsters would continue to live in their hearts.

Liju Mathew said: "Our dearest Joel will be in our heart always."

Simon Samuel said: "They are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Condolences, you will not be forgotten."

Friends and relatives lend a crying shoulder to the parents of the deceased.

"Heart felt sympathies to their families, may God give strength n courage to the families to bear this loss," Cleeta Dsouza said.

Balachandran Padmanabhan wrote: "May God give the courage to their parents in these difficult times."

Veda Murthy prayed for a "place in heaven" for the four talent children.