Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh for the families of each of those killed in the blast near the Red Fort on Monday that claimed 12 lives.
The Chief Minister also announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for those rendered permanently disabled and Rs 2 lakh for those who sustained serious injuries in the blast, which took place after a high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near Gate number 1 of the Red Fort Metro station on Monday evening, officials said.
“The unfortunate incident in Delhi has left the entire city in shock. In this difficult time, the Delhi government extends its deepest condolences to all the families who have lost their loved ones and to those injured in the incident,” Gupta said in a post on X in Hindi.
The Delhi government stands firmly with every affected family and has taken a compassionate decision for immediate relief, she said.
“An ex-gratia amount of Rs 10 lakh will be given to the families of those who lost their lives, Rs 5 lakh to those who have been permanently disabled, Rs 2 lakh to those who are seriously injured and those with minor injuries Rs 20,000. The government will also ensure proper and quality medical treatment for all the injured,” the post read.
The Chief Minister described the incident as extremely tragic and heart-rending, adding that the untimely loss of any life is an irreparable tragedy for the family, one that can never truly be compensated.
She affirmed that the Delhi Government stands firmly with every affected family in this difficult time. She also directed that all injured victims receive prompt medical treatment and financial assistance, ensuring that no victim suffers due to lack of care. Those temporarily disabled due to the blast will receive Rs 5 lakh, the seriously injured Rs 2 lakh, and those with minor injuries Rs 20,000. The Chief Minister has instructed the concerned departments to expedite the relief distribution process and ensure that no eligible person faces any delay in receiving assistance.
