Two persons have reportedly died when shooting stones hit them during a landslide near Hindu shrine of Shiv Khori in Reasi district.
The two persons have been identified as Sarvan Sahani resident of Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh and Nirmal Singh a resident of Rajouri.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said, “Saddened to receive the news of two pilgrims, on way to Shiv Khori shrine, unfortunately killed by a shooting stone. Have spoken to DC Reasi, Babila Rakwal. One injured pilgrim shifted to hospital.All possible assistance being provided”.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakh each for the Next of Kin of those who lost their lives in the tragic shooting stones incident at Shiv Khori in Reasi district.
The injured would be given Rs. 50,000 each and the UT Government will bear the cost of their treatment.
The Lt Governor expressed grief over the loss of lives during the unfortunate incident and directed the District Administration to provide all necessary assistance to the bereaved families and ensure the best possible treatment to the injured.
“Deeply anguished by the loss of precious lives in a tragic incident at Shiv Khori. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones. I pray for the early recovery of the injured”, said the Lt Governor.
