The Economic Times

PM Modi announces ex-gratia Rs 2 lakh for family of eight deceased due to drowning in Karnataka

Tragedy struck Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district as eight family members drowned at Tatthehakalu beach. Prime Minister Modi expressed deep sorrow, announcing Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also offered condolences and Rs 5 lakh compensation, with search operations ongoing for missing individuals.