Jammu, May 10 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh for the families of all those who lost their lives in the recent cross-border shelling.
The decision comes as a gesture of solidarity and support for the grieving families, as the government intensifies efforts to alleviate the suffering of citizens in the affected areas.
"While no compensation can ever replace a loved one or heal the trauma caused to the family, as a gesture of support and solidarity, ex-gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh will be provided to families of all the deceased," the Chief Minister said.
Expressing deep anguish over the loss of innocent lives in cross-border shelling, Abdullah stated, "My
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