Rajasthan announces ₹5 lakh compensation for kin of those killed in rain-related incidents
The Hindu
Several parts of Rajasthan have been lashed by heavy rains for days, leading to a flood-like situation in many areas
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on August 7 directed officials to provide immediate financial assistance of ₹5 lakh from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to the dependents of those killed in rain-related incidents in the State and ₹2 lakh to the injured. Mr. Gehlot gave the order while chairing a meeting of the Disaster Management and Relief Department to review the situation arising out of heavy rains in the State. He also reviewed the relief and rescue operations in several districts of Kota and Bharatpur divisions, an official statement said. The Chief Minister sought feedback on relief work from divisional commissioners, inspector generals, district collectors and superintendents of police of these districts during the virtual meeting, it said.More Related News