PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to kin of each deceased in bus accident in Rajasthan's Sikar
Oct 29, 2024
New Delhi [India], October 29 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased in the mishap in Sikar, Rajasthan.
At least 12 people have lost their lives and more than 30 are injured after a bus coming from Salasar rammed into a culvert near Laxmangarh in Rajasthan's Sikar district on Tuesday, police said.
According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the injured would be given Rs 50,000.
"The Prime Minister has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased in the mishap in Sikar, Rajasthan. The injured would be given Rs 50,000, the PMO posted on X.
Superintendent, SK Hospital, Sikar, Mahendra Khichad said that out of 12, 5 people lost their lives while receiving treatment in the hospital.
"12 people have lost their lives. 7 people died in Laxmangarh. 5 people lost their lives while receiving treatment in the hospital out of 37 patients who were admitted to the hospital," he said.
Inspector-General of Police Satyendra Choudhary said that some of the injured are referred to Jaipur and others are being treated at SK Hospital, Sikar.
"12 people have lost their lives. A few of those who are injured are referred to Jaipur and others are getting treatment at SK Hospital, Sikar. Proper treatment is being given to those injured. The reason behind the accident is being investigated," he said.
Earlier, CM Bhajan Lal Sharma condoled the loss of lives in the accident and directed the concerned officials to ensure proper treatment to the injured.
"The loss of life in the bus accident in Sikar's Laxmangarh area is extremely sad and heartbreaking. My deepest condolences are with the bereaved families of the deceased. The concerned officials have been directed to ensure proper treatment of the injured. I pray to Lord Shri Ram to give place to the departed souls in his feet and grant speedy recovery to the injured," he posted on X.
