J&k announced Rs. 6 lakh compensation

Jammu, Kasmir, July 12: The Jammu and Kashmir government has been announced exgratia compensation of Rs 6 lakh each to the kin of those killed, Rs 2 lakh for those seriously injured and Rs 1 lakh for those with minor injuries, official sources said.

And also J&k Govt and Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) has been separately announced rewards totaling Rs 5 lakh for Sheikh Saleem Gafoor, the driver of the bus of Amarnath pilgrims which came under terror attack last night in Anantnag, here on Wednesday.

It has been announced for Gafoor for displaying exemplary alertness and courage by which he saved several lives as he continued to drive the bus in the midst of firing by the terrorists.

Meanwhile, The Governor also announced relief of Rs 5 lakh to the next of kin of those killed, Rs 1.50 lakh to those who suffered serious injuries and Rs 75,000 for those with minor injuries, the spokesman said.