PM Modi Announces ₹2 Lakh Ex-Gratia for Nalanda Stampede Victims

PM condoles loss of lives, assures support for injured

  • Narendra Modi expresses grief over Nalanda tragedy
  • ₹2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased from PMNRF
  • ₹50,000 assistance for injured victims
  • PM prays for speedy recovery of injured

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 31st March: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the stampede incident in Bihar’s Nalanda district.

In a message, the Prime Minister extended condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery for those injured in the tragedy.

Calling the incident “deeply painful,” Modi announced financial assistance from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF).

An ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh will be provided to the next of kin of each deceased, while ₹50,000 will be given to those injured in the incident.

“The mishap in Nalanda district, Bihar, is deeply painful. I extend my condolences… Prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured,” the Prime Minister said.

The announcement comes as authorities continue relief and medical efforts following the stampede at a temple in Nalanda that claimed multiple lives.