Death Toll in Nepal Bus Accident Climbs to 41, PM Modi Announces ₹2 Lakh Compensation

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:43am on 24 Aug 2024,Saturday India Global

The death toll in the road accident in Nepal's Tahahun district has increased to 41, as confirmed by Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan. The incident occurred on Friday when a bus carrying Indian tourists fell off a Nepali highway and into a river. In response, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced compensation from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund: ₹2 lakh for each deceased person and ₹50,000 for the injured. The Prime Minister's Office has officially stated these details. The accident underscores the risks associated with travel and the need for enhanced safety measures.

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