RS 2.50 LAKH APPROVED FOR FAMILY OF DECEASED STUDENT, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR INJURED
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Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini expressed deep sorrow over the unfortunate bus accident that occurred today in Kaliawas village, Jhajjar district. While wishing a speedy recovery to the injured children, he conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased student. The Chief Minister said the government stands firmly with the affected family in this difficult time and assured that all possible assistance would be provided from the government’s side.
It is noteworthy that this morning, a private school bus from Dadri was carrying children to Pratapgarh in Jhajjar, while a Haryana Roadways bus from Charkhi Dadri was coming from Jhajjar to Dadri via Behror. During this time, both buses met with an accident in Kaliawas village. In the accident, one schoolgirl died on the spot, while 31 other persons were injured. The injured included several children, along with the bus driver, conductor and teachers. All the injured were admitted to the local Civil Hospital as well as private hospitals. Of these, 23 persons were discharged after first aid, while treatment of 8 injured persons is still underway. The school bus driver has been referred to a higher medical centre.
The Chief Minister approved immediate financial assistance of Rs. 2.50 lakh for the family of the deceased student. He also approved Rs. 50,000 as immediate financial assistance for each of the 8 injured persons, along with free medical treatment and reimbursement of medical expenses.
The Chief Minister further stated that all buses of Haryana State Transport are insured, enabling passengers to avail insurance coverage in any unforeseen situation. He directed the concerned officials to ensure smooth processing of insurance claims so that prompt assistance is provided to the affected families.
The Chief Minister also instructed the officials to ensure proper medical treatment of the injured and asked the district administration to keep continuous monitoring of the situation. He appealed to the general public to exercise utmost caution while travelling during foggy conditions.