15/11/2024
Chief Minister Announces PKR 400,000 Compensation for Coaster Accident Victims, Visits Incident Site
Gilgit: Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan, Haji Gulbar Khan, has announced a compensation package of PKR 400,000 for the families of each passenger who lost their lives in the tragic coaster accident at Thalichi. The bride who miraculously survived the incident will also receive the same compensation amount.
The Chief Minister visited the site of the accident to assess the situation and expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives. Later, he visited the homes of the victims to offer condolences and assure the affected families of the government's full support.
In a gesture of recognition, the Chief Minister also announced a job in Rescue 1122 for Naik Alam, the brave youth who played a key role in the rescue operation following the accident.