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CM Eknath Shinde calls Amravati fire tragedy 'extremely heartbreaking', confirms ₹5 lakh aid for victims' families
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🗓 24 Aug 2026, 05:34 PM
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Chief Minister Eknath Shinde described the recent Amravati fire as extremely heartbreaking and reaffirmed a financial assistance of ₹5 lakh for each of the three families who lost members.
A fire broke out in the city of Amravati, Maharashtra, leaving three people dead. The blaze, which officials say engulfed a residential premises, prompted an immediate response from emergency services, but the loss of life could not be averted.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, speaking to the media, called the incident "extremely heartbreaking" and expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. He reiterated the state government's commitment to provide each of the three affected families with a cash assistance of Rs 5 lakh.
The administration in Amravati district has been instructed to expedite the disbursement of the promised funds and to extend any additional relief required by the victims' relatives. Authorities are also reviewing safety protocols to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, speaking to the media, called the incident "extremely heartbreaking" and expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. He reiterated the state government's commitment to provide each of the three affected families with a cash assistance of Rs 5 lakh.
The administration in Amravati district has been instructed to expedite the disbursement of the promised funds and to extend any additional relief required by the victims' relatives. Authorities are also reviewing safety protocols to prevent similar tragedies in the future.