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PM Modi announces ₹2 lakh ex‑gratia for families of Gwalior accident victims
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🗓 18 Oct 2026, 11:31 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared a one‑time ex‑gratia of ₹2 lakh for each family affected by the recent Gwalior accident.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced today that the central government will provide a one‑time ex‑gratia of ₹2 lakh to the families of those who lost loved ones in the recent accident in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The decision was conveyed in a brief statement released by the Prime Minister's Office, emphasizing the government's commitment to swift relief for the affected households.
The ex‑gratia payment is slated to be disbursed through the existing welfare channels, with district authorities in Gwalior tasked with verifying eligibility and ensuring prompt transfer to the rightful beneficiaries. Officials have been instructed to coordinate with local bodies to expedite the process and avoid any delays.
In his statement, Mr Modi highlighted that the compensation is intended to alleviate the immediate financial distress faced by the victims' families and to support them in rebuilding their lives. He also urged state and local administrations to continue providing necessary medical and rehabilitation assistance alongside the monetary aid.
The announcement comes as part of a broader relief effort following the accident, which has drawn attention from both state and central agencies. No further details on the number of beneficiaries or the timeline for disbursement were provided at the time of the statement.
The ex‑gratia payment is slated to be disbursed through the existing welfare channels, with district authorities in Gwalior tasked with verifying eligibility and ensuring prompt transfer to the rightful beneficiaries. Officials have been instructed to coordinate with local bodies to expedite the process and avoid any delays.
In his statement, Mr Modi highlighted that the compensation is intended to alleviate the immediate financial distress faced by the victims' families and to support them in rebuilding their lives. He also urged state and local administrations to continue providing necessary medical and rehabilitation assistance alongside the monetary aid.
The announcement comes as part of a broader relief effort following the accident, which has drawn attention from both state and central agencies. No further details on the number of beneficiaries or the timeline for disbursement were provided at the time of the statement.