Prime Minister's Office press release · 23 April 2026 · pibtracker filter

PM condoles loss of lives in a mishap in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh

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PM announces ex-gratia from PMNRF The Prime Minister expressed grief over the loss of lives in a mishap at Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh. Extending his heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the tragic incident, the Prime Minister also prayed for the swift recovery of those injured.

The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia from PMNRF of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured.

The Prime Minister posted on X: “Deeply anguished by the loss of lives due to the mishap in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the quick recovery of the injured. An ex gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each of those who lost their lives in the tragic mishap. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi”

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Remember PMNRF ex-gratia amounts: ₹2 lakh for death, ₹50,000 for injury. Note the location (Mirzapur, UP) and the disbursing fund (PMNRF, not state exchequer).