Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha Announces Rs 5 Lakh Each for Kin of Civilians Killed in Rajouri Firing
Initially, the Army said the two had been killed in militant firing. But, later, the version was withdrawn and it was announced by the Army that an inquiry would be held to find out whether or not the firing had taken place because of mistaken identity.
Srinagar, December 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday announced ex-gratia payment of Rs 5 lakh each to the next of kin of two locals killed in a firing incident outside an Army camp in Rajouri district.
Taking to Twitter, the L-G said, "The incident in Rajouri is very unfortunate. Condolences to the bereaved families. The price of a life cannot be set in monetary terms but still I announce an ex gratia relief of Rs five lakh each for the affected family". Kashmiri Pandit Killings: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Says Those Trying To Justify Murders for Personal Gains Can Face Legal Action.
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Initially, the Army said the two had been killed in militant firing. But, later, the version was withdrawn and it was announced by the Army that an inquiry would be held to find out whether or not the firing had taken place because of mistaken identity.
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