Katra, Aug 27 (JKNS): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said that the loss of lives in the Katra landslide was an “unfortunate” event and assured immediate support to the affected families.
According to details available with news agency JKNS, the LG announced that each family of the deceased will be provided ₹9 lakh as ex-gratia—₹5 lakh from the Shrine Board and ₹4 lakh from Disaster Management funds.
“I have informed the Hon’ble Prime Minister and the Union Home Minister about the situation. Relief and rescue operations are being carried out on priority,” LG Sinha said.
He said that the pilgrimage was suspended following a cloudburst near Ardhkuwari which triggered the incident, causing loss of lives and injuries. “I visited the hospital and met the injured pilgrims; their condition is stable. Identified bodies are being transported to their homes with due arrangements,” he added. (JKNS)
