J&K Government Provides Rs 5 Lakh Compensation to Families of Boat Tragedy Victims
The Jammu and Kashmir government has taken swift action in response to the recent boat tragedy, providing a compensation relief of ₹5 lakh to the families of each victim. Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, V K Bhiduri, and Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar, Bilal Mohiuddin visited Gandbal to meet with the families affected by the incident. According to an official spokesman, the officials expressed their condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the tragic incident. They handed over a compensation of ₹5 lakh to the next of kin of each victim to support them during this difficult time. The tragic incident occurred when a boat capsized in the Jhelum river, resulting in the loss of six lives, while three individuals remain missing. Fortunately, ten people were rescued from the water. The swift response from the government highlights its commitment to supporting the affected families and providing timely assistance in times of crisis.