Solapur fire: PM Modi announces relief for victims’ families

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over the loss of lives in the Solapur fire incident, in which at least eight people died. He also announced an ex-gratia compensation of ₹2 lakh to be given to the next of kin of each deceased.

“Pained by the loss of lives due to a fire tragedy in Solapur, Maharashtra. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. An ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given ₹50,000,” the PMO said in a post on X.

The fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday. Fire tenders were immediately rushed to the spot, with a total of 11 fire engines dispatched to contain the blaze.

“Fire brigade personnel have also been injured in this rescue operation. It took 17 hours to control the fire,” said Fire Officer Rakesh Salunke.