CM announces ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh for kin of Pakistani drone attack victim Sukhwinder Kaur

The Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the tragic demise of Sukhwinder Kaur.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday morning announced Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for the family of Sukhwinder Kaur, a resident of Khai Ke village, Ferozepur, who died from injuries sustained in a Pakistani drone attack.

The Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the tragic demise of Sukhwinder Kaur. “Our government stands firmly with her family during this time of immense pain, and we are committed to providing all possible support to help them cope with this devastating loss”, he affirmed.

Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora also extended financial assistance, announcing Rs 2 lakh for Kaur’s family to aid them in this difficult period.

Sukhwinder Kaur, along with her husband Lakhwinder Singh, was undergoing treatment at Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) following the attack. Kaur sustained burn injuries. Despite medical efforts, she passed away early Tuesday. Lakhwinder Singh, who has also suffered burns, continues to receive treatment