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OIL India Increases Compensation for Tengakhat Fire Victims to Rs 25 Lakh
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🗓 12 Nov 2026, 07:19 AM
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OIL India has raised the ex-gratia compensation for victims of the Tengakhat oil well fire to Rs 25 lakh. The decision comes after the devastating fire incident in Assam.
OIL India Limited has announced an increased ex-gratia compensation package for the victims of the recent Tengakhat oil well fire in Assam. The company has raised the amount to Rs 25 lakh per victim, up from the initial amount offered. This decision comes after widespread criticism and calls for a more substantial compensation package for those affected by the fire. The Tengakhat fire, which broke out in early [Month], caused significant damage to the surrounding environment and displaced numerous families.