PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh aid for families of Lakhisarai stampede victims

A tragic stampede in Lakhisarai, Bihar, left several people dead and many injured, prompting a swift response from the central government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that each family of the deceased will receive a one-time assistance of Rs 2 lakh. The decision was conveyed during a press briefing where the Prime Minister expressed condolences to the victims' relatives and urged local authorities to provide immediate medical and logistical support. Officials in Bihar have been tasked with disbursing the funds and ensuring that the affected families receive timely relief. The incident has reignited calls for better crowd management at public gatherings across the state.