September 22, 2023 8:55 PM

Govt increases ex-gratia relief in train accidents by 10 times

Government has revised the amount of ex-gratia relief paid to the dependents of deceased and injured passengers involved in Train Accidents and Untoward Incidents. Ministry of Railways said that as per revision, an amount of 5 lakh rupees will be given to the kin of the deceased person and 2,50,000 rupees in case of Grievous Injury. An amount of 50,000 rupees will be paid in case of simple injury. However, this ex-gratia will be given only if Railways is found prima facie liable.   The Mi...