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Chhindwara Road Accident: MP CM Raises Ex-Gratia to Rs 8 Lakh for Kin

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited Chhindwara to meet the families of victims and those injured in a tragic road accident. He expressed his deep distress over the incident and assured the affected families of the government's full support. The Chief Minister announced that financial assistance for the kin of each deceased person has been increased to Rs 8 lakh, doubling the initial amount. He also ordered an inquiry into the accident and commended the police for their prompt rescue efforts.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav Raises Ex-Gratia After Chhindwara Accident

  • CM visits victims' families & hospital
  • Ex-gratia doubled to Rs 8 lakh per deceased
  • Rs 1 lakh aid for injured persons
  • Inquiry ordered into the accident
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Chhindwara tragedy: MP CM calls incident distressing, raises ex-gratia to Rs 8 lakh​

MP CM Mohan Yadav visits Chhindwara, calls road accident distressing, increases financial aid to Rs 8 lakh for victims' kin and orders inquiry.

"This incident is deeply distressing. In this hour of grief, the government stands firmly with all the affected families. - Mohan Yadav"

Chhindwara, March 27

After meeting the kin of deceased persons and those injured and admitted at Chhindwara District Hospital on Friday, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed his grief, stating the incident was "deeply distressing."​

Upon reaching Chhindwara, the Chief Minister met with families of victims from villages such as Karera, Gwara, and Jhiria and assured them of the government's full support.​

Yadav then visited the district hospital, where more than 30 injured persons are being treated, and inquired about their medical care.​

"After cancelling my previously scheduled engagements, today I met the families of victims of the tragic road accident that occurred in Chhindwara to express my condolences. This incident is deeply distressing. In this hour of grief, the government stands firmly with all the affected families," Yadav said.​

The Chief Minister announced an increase in financial assistance to Rs 8 lakh for the kin of each deceased person, doubling the Rs 4 lakh initially announced after the accident on Thursday night.​

"Financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh each is being provided from the Chief Minister's Discretionary Fund. Instructions have also been issued to provide an additional Rs 4 lakh under the Chief Minister's Sambal Scheme. A decision has been taken to provide total financial assistance of Rs 8 lakh to the kin of each deceased person," he said.​

Injured persons will receive an ex-gratia of Rs 1 lakh.​

Yadav also informed that he has ordered an inquiry into the incident.​

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister appreciated the police personnel who immediately undertook rescue operations and transported the injured to the hospital.​

"I commend them for their actions. Thanks to their promptness, many lives were saved. These personnel will also be felicitated. I also held discussions with doctors regarding those injured individuals who have been admitted to hospitals in Nagpur," he said.​

- IANS

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Priya S
It's good that the CM visited promptly and doubled the financial aid. But the real test is the inquiry and action. We hear about inquiries after every accident, but do we ever see the results? The focus should be on accountability and lasting road safety measures, not just compensation.
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Aman W
Commendable that the police and rescue teams are being recognized. Their quick action in the golden hour truly saves lives. Hope the injured recover fully with the best medical care. The government must also ensure the ₹1 lakh for the injured reaches them without any bureaucratic delay.
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Sarah B
This is so sad. The immediate response from the authorities seems appropriate, but the long-term neglect of road infrastructure in many parts of MP is the root cause. Financial help is crucial now, but preventing the next accident is the real responsibility of the government.
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Vikram M
Om Shanti. The loss is irreparable for the families. While the compensation is a gesture, what about continuous support? Many of these families might have lost their sole breadwinner. The Sambal Scheme should provide sustained help for education and livelihood, not just a one-time payment.
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Kriti O
A tragic reminder of how dangerous our roads can be, especially at night. Hope the inquiry is transparent and leads to concrete steps. Also, good to see coordination with Nagpur hospitals for the critically injured. Wishing strength to all the affected people.

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