PM's condolence over Vaishno Devi incident

BY A STAFF REPRORTER: PM Narendra Modi's condolence over Vaishno Devi incident. He tweeted that, 'Extremely saddened by the loss of lives due to a stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon.' Home minister Amit Shah tweeted that, 'My heart is deeply disturbed by the tragic accident at mata vaishno devi temple. In this regard, I have spoken to The Lieutenant Governor of J&K, Shri Manoj Sinhaji. The administration is continuously working to treat the injured. I extend my condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in this accident.'

An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to the stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 1, 2022