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Delhi Govt Announces Rs 10 Lakh Compensation for Palam Fire Victims' Kin

The Delhi government has announced significant financial assistance for the families affected by a deadly fire in Palam, which claimed at least nine lives. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed deep sorrow and pledged Rs 10 lakh for each deceased adult's family and Rs 5 lakh for minors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced ex-gratia payments from the PM's relief fund for the victims. Authorities have ordered a magisterial inquiry to determine the cause of the blaze that erupted in a multi-storey building housing a showroom.

Key Points: Delhi Palam Fire: Rs 10 Lakh Compensation Announced for Families

  • Rs 10 lakh compensation for deceased adults
  • Rs 5 lakh for deceased minors
  • PM Modi announces separate ex-gratia
  • Magisterial probe ordered into fire cause
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Palam fire: Delhi govt announces Rs 10 lakh compensation for kin of deceased

Delhi CM announces Rs 10 lakh compensation for Palam fire victims' families. PM Modi also offers ex-gratia. Probe ordered into the tragic incident.

Palam fire: Delhi govt announces Rs 10 lakh compensation for kin of deceased
"Deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Palam. The loss of innocent lives is heartbreaking. - Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 18

The Delhi government on Wednesday announced financial assistance for the families affected by the tragic fire incident in Palam that claimed several lives and left a number of people injured.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and said the government stands firmly with the affected families during this difficult time.

In a post on X, the Chief Minister said the government will provide Rs 10 lakh as compensation to the families of each deceased adult, while the families of deceased minors will receive Rs 5 lakh each. She also announced Rs 2 lakh assistance for those who sustained serious injuries in the incident.

"Deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident in Palam. The loss of innocent lives is heartbreaking. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. May God grant peace to the departed souls and strength to their loved ones to bear this irreparable loss," CM Gupta said in her post on X.

She added that the Delhi government is committed to ensuring relief and support to those affected by the tragedy. "Delhi Govt stands firmly with the affected families and will ensure all possible support," she said.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condoled the loss of lives in the incident and announced ex-gratia assistance for the victims' families.

According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) will be given to the next of kin of each deceased, while the injured will receive Rs 50,000.

The fire broke out in a multi-storey building located in Ram Market in the Palam area on Wednesday morning, leaving at least nine people dead and several others injured.

Authorities said the blaze erupted in a four-storey building where the basement, ground floor and first floor housed a cloth and cosmetic showroom, while the family of the owner lived on the upper floors.

Police and fire officials rushed to the spot after receiving information about the incident at around 7.04 a.m. Rescue teams evacuated several people from the building and shifted them to nearby hospitals for treatment.

Meanwhile, the Delhi government has ordered a magisterial probe to ascertain the cause of the fire and the circumstances that led to the casualties.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's good to see both the state and central governments announcing compensation quickly. Rs 10 lakh from Delhi govt plus Rs 2 lakh from PMNRF will provide some immediate relief to the grieving families. Hope the injured recover soon.
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Aman W
The magisterial probe is the most important step. We see these fire incidents in commercial-residential mixed buildings too often in Delhi. Compensation after the fact is not enough. Prevention is key. Were there no fire safety certificates? Were exits blocked? Answers are needed.
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Sarah B
The differential compensation for adults and minors feels a bit odd. A life lost is a life lost, regardless of age. The intent is good, but the implementation could be more sensitive. My heart goes out to all the families affected.
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Vikram M
Om Shanti. Such a terrible way to start the day for those families. Kudos to the fire and rescue teams who responded quickly at 7 am. They are the real heroes. Hope the injured get the best medical care possible.
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Karthik V
This is why regular fire safety audits in dense markets are non-negotiable. Ram Market is always crowded. The probe must name and shame those responsible for any lapses, be it owners or officials. Only then will others learn a lesson.

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