Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced financial assistance for the victims of a major fire incident in Lucknow, while Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reportedly curtailed his scheduled programme in Aligarh to review the situation.
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PM Announces Ex-Gratia Relief After Lucknow Fire
According to information released by the Prime Minister’s Office, an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) will be provided to the families of those who lost their lives in the incident. Injured persons will receive financial assistance of ₹50,000 each.
CM Yogi Adityanath Returns to Monitor Situation
The Prime Minister expressed condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the fire.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath closely monitored developments following reports of the incident and directed officials to ensure prompt rescue, relief, and medical assistance for those affected. Officials said emergency response teams were deployed at the site and efforts were undertaken to provide necessary support to victims and their families.
The state administration has initiated an assessment of the incident, while authorities continue to investigate the cause of the fire. Medical teams and district officials have been instructed to provide all possible assistance to those impacted.
The tragedy has drawn widespread concern, with both central and state authorities emphasizing the importance of relief measures and support for affected families during this difficult time.
