SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday strongly condemned the killing of two labourers in Kulgam district and announced an ex gratia relief of ₹10 lakh each from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) for the next of kin of the deceased.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister described the incident as a dastardly act and expressed profound grief over the loss of innocent lives.
He said the ex gratia relief of ₹10 lakh each from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund would be in addition to the immediate financial assistance of ₹6 lakh each to be provided by the district administration.
Abdullah conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and reaffirmed that the government stands firmly with them during this difficult time.
Two non-local labourers from Chattisgarh were killed in an attack in Kilam area of Kulgam district on Friday evening. — (KIMS)