Katihar accident: At least 10 killed, dozens injured, ex-gratia announced by CMO, PM Modi — latest updates
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What Happened
A bus and pickup vehicle collided near Gerabari in Katihar district, Bihar on Saturday, killing at least 10 people and injuring nearly 25 others. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh for deceased families and ₹50,000 for injured from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced identical compensation from state relief funds. Senior officials reached the accident site for rescue operations.
Key Entities
Narendra ModiNitish KumarKatihar districtBiharKorha Police StationDroupadi MurmuC P Radhakrishnan