Odisha's Fire Tragedies: A Grim Toll and Response
Odisha's Assembly was informed by Minister Suresh Pujari about 416 fatalities from fire accidents over the past three years. Significant property damage was noted, prompting financial assistance measures for victims. Ex gratia support and aid for house damages are part of the relief efforts in place.
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On Thursday, Odisha's Assembly got a sobering update from Minister Suresh Pujari: 416 individuals have perished in fire-related tragedies over the past three fiscal years.
The fires resulted in property losses amounting to Rs 27.84 crore and damage to 2,537 homes during 2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25.
Pujari emphasized the state's commitment to compensating victims, offering Rs 4 lakh to families of deceased victims and varying aid to injured individuals and those with property damage.
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