New Delhi, June 30 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of Rs.2 lakh to families of at least eight who died in Telangana's chemical factory blast earlier today, while Rs.50,000 for a dozen injured. He expressed condolences and wished for the recovery of those wounded and stating he was "anguished" to know about the incident.

"Anguished by the loss of lives due to a fire tragedy at a factory in Sangareddy, Telangana. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi," Prime Minister's Office posted on X.

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