CM Omar Abdullah announces ex-gratia
relief for victims of Pahalgam terror attack
SRINAGAR, APRIL 23:
As a gesture of solidarity and to provide some succour to the grieving families
and those injured in the Pahalgam terror attack, the Chief Minister today
announced an ex-gratia relief package for victims of Pahalgam terror attack.
The Jammu and
Kashmir Government will provide Rs 10 lakh each to the families of those who
lost their lives in the attack. Further, Rs 2 lakh will be given to those who
sustained serious injuries, and Rs 1 lakh to those with minor injuries.
Chief Minister Omar
Abdullah also expressed profound shock and anguish over the heinous terrorist
attack that took place in Pahalgam yesterday, terming it a barbaric and
senseless act of brutality against innocent civilians.
In a strong
condemnation issued today, the Chief Minister said, “This despicable act of
terror has no place in our society. We mourn the precious lives lost and extend
our deepest condolences to the bereaved families. Our hearts go out to them in
this dark hour.”
As a mark of
solidarity and support, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has announced an
ex-gratia relief of ₹10 lakh each for the next of kin of the deceased, ₹2 lakh for those seriously injured, and ₹1 lakh for those who sustained
minor injuries.
The Chief Minister
assured that all necessary arrangements have been made for the dignified
transportation of the mortal remains to the victims’ native places.
Additionally, the injured are being provided with the best possible medical
treatment.
“Our hearts go out
to the bereaved families. We share your grief and stand by you in this dark
hour,” he said.
Reiterating the
Government’s firm resolve to combat terrorism, the Chief Minister asserted,
“Terror will never break our resolve. We will not rest until those behind this
barbarity are brought to justice.”