Key Points
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences and grief over the loss of lives in an accident that occurred in Hoshiarpur, Punjab.
- The accident claimed several lives and left many injured.
- An ex gratia of Rs has been approved by the Prime Minister. A sum of 2 lacks will be disbursed from PMNRF (Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund) to the next of kin of every deceased individual.
- The injured in the accident would also receive a compensation of Rs. 50,000.
- The Prime Minister has also directed the authorities to provide all necessary assistance to those affected by the accident.
On April 14, 2023, an accident occurred in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, which claimed several lives and left many injured. The incident has left the entire nation in shock and grief. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences and grief over the loss of lives and has directed the authorities to provide all necessary assistance to those affected by the accident.
Financial Assistance for the Families of the Deceased and Injured
To provide support to the families of the deceased, the Prime Minister has approved an ex gratia of Rs. 2 lacks from PMNRF to be given to the next of kin of each deceased. Additionally, the injured in the accident would also receive a compensation of Rs. 50,000. The financial assistance would help the affected families cope with the loss of their loved ones and aid in the treatment of the injured.
Directing Authorities to Provide Necessary Assistance
Apart from providing financial assistance, the Prime Minister has also directed the authorities to provide all necessary assistance to those affected by the accident. The injured are being provided with medical care, and the authorities are taking steps to ensure that the families of the deceased are provided with all necessary support.