Chorbagan Stampede: WB CM Sends Rs 50 Lakh Relief to Bihar Family
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari provides financial aid to a Bihar family who lost a father and son in the tragic Chorbagan stampede.
In a compassionate gesture extending beyond state borders, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has provided financial assistance to a family from Bihar who suffered a devastating loss during the Chorbagan stampede. The tragedy, which occurred in Kolkata, claimed 19 lives, including a father and son from Muzaffarpur, Bihar.
Financial Aid for the Bereaved
Recognizing the immense grief of the family that lost two of its members, Chief Minister Adhikari has issued two compensation cheques of Rs 25 lakh each. The total relief amount of Rs 50 lakh was sent to the grieving family in Muzaffarpur through West Bengal Minister Umesh Rai.
The Chief Minister personally connected with the family members to convey his deepest condolences, acknowledging that the pain of losing both a father and a son simultaneously is truly unbearable. He pledged his unwavering support to the family during this period of profound loss.
Support for Other Victims
The relief for the Bihar family is part of a larger effort by the West Bengal government to support all victims of the heart-wrenching incident. According to a press release from the Chief Minister's office, CM Adhikari has already met with the families of the 17 victims hailing from West Bengal to provide them with necessary financial assistance.
Cabinet Decisions on Employment and Compensation
Beyond immediate monetary relief, the West Bengal Cabinet has approved significant measures to ensure the long-term stability of the affected families. During a press conference on Wednesday, CM Adhikari revealed two key decisions aimed at providing sustainable support:
- Permanent Employment: The cabinet has decided to offer a permanent Group D government job to one member of every family affected by the stampede.
- Standard Compensation: The state government had previously announced a compensation package of Rs 25 lakh for the family of each individual who perished in the stampede during the festive celebrations.
The Chief Minister emphasized that these steps were taken to mitigate the hardship faced by those who lost their loved ones during the Durga Puja celebrations, reflecting a commitment to humanitarian values and public service in the wake of the disaster.