PM Modi Announces Relief After Deadly Udhampur Bus Crash Claims 14 Lives

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the loss of lives in a bus accident in Jammu and Kashmir and announced financial assistance for the victims’ families.

Taking to X, the Prime Minister’s Office posted, “Pained to hear about the loss of lives due to a bus accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. I extend my heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.”

“An ex gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each of those who lost their lives in the tragic mishap. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM,” the post read.

The accident, which occurred in Udhampur district, left at least 14 people dead and 33 others injured after a passenger bus travelling from Ramnagar to Udhampur town overturned.

Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh confirmed the revised casualty figures, adding that rescue efforts are ongoing. Some of the injured are now at the Government Medical College hospital in Udhampur. Others are receiving treatment in Ramnagar.

Rescue teams remain focused on providing immediate medical assistance.

Earlier, taking to X Union Minister Jitendra Singh posted, “Just now spoke to DC Udhampur, Sh Minga Sherpa after learning about a tragic road accident, less than an hour ago, at village Kanote, involving a public transport bus on way from Ramnagar to Udhampur.”

Manoj Sinha also expressed condolences and directed officials to extend full support.

Taking to X, he posted, “Tragic road accident in Udhampur is heartbreaking. My deepest condolences to bereaved families. May God grant them strength. Praying for speedy recovery of injured. I have directed district admin, Police, SDRF & Health Dept to provide every possible assistance to those affected.”

The office of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also conveyed condolences, stating that the government stands with the affected families and is extending necessary assistance.

Former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and wished a speedy recovery for the injured.

Officials said the bus had turned turtle during the journey, and the exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details should emerge as rescue and investigation efforts continue.

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