SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh to the families of all individuals who have lost their lives in the recent spate of shelling by Pakistan along the border areas.
The announcement was made through the official X handle of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), the ruling party in the Union Territory. “While no compensation can ever replace a loved one or heal the trauma caused to the family, as a gesture of support and solidarity, JKNC Government led by Honourable Chief Minister @OmarAbdullah announces ex-gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh to be provided to families of all who have deceased,” the party stated.
While no compensation can ever replace a loved one or heal the trauma caused to the family, as a gesture of support and solidarity, JKNC Government led by Honourable Chief Minister @OmarAbdullah announces ex-gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh to be provided to families of all who have…
— JKNC (@JKNC_) May 10, 2025
The Office of the Chief Minister also issued a statement, expressing grief over the civilian toll and reaffirming commitment to public welfare.
“Deeply pained by the loss of innocent lives due to recent shelling from Pakistan. My Government is taking every possible measure to minimise the hardship of our people. While no compensation can ever replace a loved one or heal the trauma caused to the family, as a gesture of support and solidarity, ex-gratia relief of ₹10 lakh will be provided to families of all who have deceased. We stand with every affected family in this hour of grief,” read the statement.
Deeply pained by the loss of innocent lives due to recent shelling from Pakistan. My Government is taking every possible measure to minimise the hardship of our people.
While no compensation can ever replace a loved one or heal the trauma caused to the family, as a gesture of…
— Office of Chief Minister, J&K (@CM_JnK) May 10, 2025
The announcement comes in the wake of intense cross-border shelling over the past week that has resulted in multiple civilian casualties, including senior administrative officer Raj Kumar Thappa, children, and residents of border.
