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J&K Bus Tragedy: Chief Secretary Reviews Relief, PM & CM Announce Aid

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo visited the Associated Hospital at GMC Udhampur to oversee medical care for survivors of a devastating bus accident in Ramnagar. The accident resulted in 15 fatalities and 51 injuries, with patients being treated across multiple hospitals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have both announced significant financial relief packages for the victims' families and the injured. A high-level inquiry has been ordered to investigate the cause of the accident.

Key Points: J&K Bus Accident: Relief Efforts Reviewed, Financial Aid Announced

  • 15 dead, 51 injured in Udhampur bus crash
  • Chief Secretary reviews medical care at GMC Udhampur
  • PM Modi announces ₹2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased
  • CM Omar Abdullah announces relief, govt to bear all medical costs
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J-K: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo visits Udhampur Hospital to review relief efforts following bus accident

Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo visits Udhampur hospital after fatal bus crash. PM Modi & CM Omar Abdullah announce ex-gratia relief. Inquiry ordered.

"deeply unfortunate mishap - Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo"

Udhampur, April 20

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo visited the Associated Hospital at Government Medical College Udhampur on Sunday to oversee the medical care being provided to survivors of the devastating bus accident in Ramnagar's Khagote area.

Interacting with the press, the Chief Secretary termed the incident a "deeply unfortunate mishap".

Providing a briefing on the medical response, Dulloo noted that out of the 51 injured, 44 are currently undergoing treatment at GMC Udhampur, while six are admitted at the Sub-District Hospital in Ramnagar.

Two critically injured individuals have been shifted to GMC Jammu for specialised care. He assured that the administration is working "around the clock" to ensure the best possible assistance for the victims and their families.

Meanwhile, fifteen people died, and several others got injured, after a public transport bus met with an accident in the village Kanote of Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir Police said on Monday.

The bus was enroute from Ramnagar to Udhampur.

"A bus accident has been reported on the Ramnagar-Udhampur route. Senior officers, including DIG U-R Range, SSP Udhampur & other officers are present at the spot. Rescue operations have been initiated, and necessary assistance is being provided," Udhampur Police said in a statement on X.

In the wake of the tragedy, both the Central and Union Territory governments have announced significant financial relief.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased, and ₹50,000 for each of the injured.

Simultaneously, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced immediate relief from the CM Relief Fund, including ₹2 lakh for the families of the deceased, ₹1 lakh for those with serious injuries, and ₹25,000 for those with minor injuries.

The Chief Minister also confirmed that the government will bear all medical expenses for the survivors. Chief Secretary Dulloo further emphasised that a high-level inquiry has been ordered to investigate the cause of the accident and ensure strict accountability.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The prompt response from the administration is commendable. Shifting the critical patients to GMC Jammu for specialized care was crucial. The financial aid will help, but the long-term trauma for these families is unimaginable. The inquiry must fix responsibility so such accidents can be prevented.
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Arjun K
While the relief efforts are good, we must ask why these accidents keep happening on hilly routes. Is it driver fatigue, poor road conditions, or vehicle fitness? The high-level inquiry should be made public. Accountability is key, not just compensation after the fact.
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Priya S
The government bearing all medical expenses is a very important step. Many families would have been financially ruined otherwise. Hope the administration also provides counseling support to the survivors and the families of the deceased. The mental health aspect is often overlooked.
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Vikram M
This is so sad. Ramnagar to Udhampur is a common route for so many people. The immediate announcement of ex-gratia is a good gesture, but what about road safety audits? We need preventive measures, not just reactive relief. Jai Hind.
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Kavya N
Praying for the speedy recovery of all the injured. The coordination between local police, medical teams, and the administration seems to have worked well in this crisis. Hope the inquiry is swift and its recommendations are implemented strictly.

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