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PM condoles loss of lives due to a landslide in Raigad, Maharashtra

Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF

Posted On: 23 JUL 2021 6:43PM by PIB Delhi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to a landslide in Raigad, Maharashtra. 

In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Anguished by the loss of lives due to a landslide in Raigad, Maharashtra. My condolences to the bereaved families. I wish the injured a speedy recovery. 

The situation in Maharashtra due to heavy rains is being closely monitored and assistance is being provided to the affected."

 

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has also announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh to be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives and Rs. 50,000 to those injured. 

In a PMO tweet, the Prime Minister said, "PM @narendramodi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF for the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to a landslide in Raigad, Maharashtra. Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured."

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