Lucknow, Aug. 6 -- The Uttar Pradesh government has released financial assistance to the families of those who lost their lives in the recent rain-related tragedy in Pratapgarh, following directions issued by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Acting on the Chief Minister's instructions, the Pratapgarh District Magistrate handed over Rs.4 lakh each to kin of the deceased. A total of Rs.26.20 lakh has been disbursed as ex gratia assistance to the affected families as part of the state's immediate relief measures.

The Chief Minister has also directed officials to ensure that all those injured in the incident receive proper and timely medical treatment. The district administration has been instructed to provide every possible assistance to th...