SRINAGAR: Governor N N Vohra today announced an ex-gratia of Rs three lakh each to the next of kin of eight pilgrims, who died in various accidents during the Amarnath yatra.
While five pilgrims were killed after being hit by shooting stones on Baltal holy cave route, three others died in road accidents.
The Governor, who is also chairman of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), announced the relief during a review meeting held with Chief Executive Officer of the SASB Umang Narula. (AGENCIES)
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