Patna, July 15 -- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh each for the families of the three students who drowned in an 'aahar' (pond) in Bihar's Gaya.

According to a press release by Bihar CMO, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed deep condolences on the death of three students due to drowning while bathing in a pond in Kosdihra village of Magadh Medical Police Station area of Gayaji district. The Chief Minister has described this incident as very sad.

The Chief Minister has directed that an ex gratia grant of Rs 4 lakh each be given to the dependents of the deceased.

The Chief Minister has prayed to God to give strength to the bereaved families to bear with patience in this hour of grief, the pres...