JAMMU, July 20 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced an ex gratia relief of Rs.6 lakh for the next of kin of each person who lost their life in the rain-related incidents in Rajouri and Poonch districts, as an immediate measure to support the bereaved families.

Expressing profound grief over the tragic loss of lives caused by the flash floods, landslides and other rain-related incidents, the Chief Minister said that while no amount of financial assistance can compensate for the irreparable loss suffered by the affected families, the Government stands firmly with them during this difficult time.

"While no amount of financial assistance can ever compensate for the irreparable loss of life caused by yesterday's flash floods, landsl...