Omar expresses grief
Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, Nov 15: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed deep sorrow and grief over the tragic accidental explosion.
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Omar extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, including those of the police officers, Forensic Science Lab personnel, Revenue Department officials, and other associated team members who lost their lives in this heartbreaking incident. He also prayed for the swift recovery of all the injured.
The Chief Minister said the Government will compensate for damages caused to nearby structures by the accidental blast at Nowgam police station.
He said the Government stands firmly with the victims’ families and will provide every possible support to them.
“The Chief Minister has assured that the Government stands firmly with the families who lost their loved ones in the tragic Nowgam police station explosion and will provide every possible support to them. He has also directed Health Minister Sakina Itoo to ensure the best treatment for the injured and assured that the damaged structures will be duly compensated,” read a post on his official X handle.
In the meantime, the Government has announced ex-gratia relief from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for the victims of Nowgam Police Station explosion.
On the instructions of the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, said that Rs 10 lakh will be provided to the families of each deceased person and Rs 1 lakh to every injured individual.
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