Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Announces Ex-Gratia For Alipur Fire Victims

BY A STAFF REPORTER: In a significant move, Delhi's Chief Minister and AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal announced ex-gratia for next to the kin of the deceased and injured in the Alipur fire tragedy on 16th February. 

Kejriwal announced that Rs. 10 lakhs will be awarded to the family of the deceased, Rs. 2 lakhs will be given to victims who suffered major injuries, and Rs. 20,000 will be given to those with minor injuries. Moreover, he asserted that an inquiry will be held for the delayed action of fire tenders and actions will be taken against the owners of the factory. 

#WATCH | Alipur fire incident: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says "It is a very sad incident. The fire broke out in a paint factory. 11 people have lost their lives and 4 others are injured. We will provide Rs 10 lakhs each to the families of the deceased, Rs 2 lakh each to the people… pic.twitter.com/EEqHYvNqqu

— ANI (@ANI) February 16, 2024

In a major tragedy, 11 people lost their lives, and four suffered injuries as a massive fire broke out in Delhi's Alipur paint factory on Thursday evening.