BARAMULLA, FEBRUARY 23: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Mohammad Aijaz Asad today provided a cash assistance of Rs 1 lac among the next of kins of those who lost their lives in a massive fire incident that took place at Sultandeki, Uri.
In addition to the cash assistance, the DC also announced cash compensation to the tune of Rs 04 lakh among the NoK of the deceased as permissible under the norms in vogue.
It is worthwhile to mention that, 04 persons were critically injured while extinguishing the fire to the haystack in which 03 persons had succumbed to the injuries.
Meanwhile, the DC has deputed a team of revenue officials who shall conduct a thorough assessment of losses.
The beneficiaries have expressed gratitude to the DC for prompt assistance.
