Prime Minister Condoles Loss of Lives in Dayalpur Building Collapse, Announces Ex-Gratia Relief![]() New Delhi, 19th April 2025: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his profound sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in a building collapse in the Dayalpur area of North East Delhi. In a statement, the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and extended his wishes for the swift recovery of the injured. In a post on X, the official PMO India handle stated: “Saddened by the loss of lives due to a building collapse in Dayalpur area of North East Delhi. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi.” In light of the tragedy, the Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) to the next of kin of each deceased individual. Additionally, a sum of Rs. 50,000 will be provided to those who have sustained injuries in the incident. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the efforts of the local administration, which has been providing immediate assistance to those affected by the collapse. The Government of India is closely monitoring the situation, and further steps will be taken to support those impacted by this unfortunate event. |