Bihar announces Rs 25 lakh for each of 10 CRPF personnel killed in IED blast

TIL Desk/National/Patna-The Bihar government has announced a compensation package for the CRPF personnel who were killed the previous day in a landmine blast by Maoists in Aurangabad district, an official said on Tuesday. “The state government will provide a compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to 10 CRPF personnel killed in IED blasts by Maoists,” an official of Chief Minister’s Office said.

The state government will provide a compensation of Rs 5 lakh each to the victims from its welfare fund, and Rs 20 lakh of insurance money will be provided as per the special scheme for security personnel in Maoist-affected districts. The state government will also provide the best medical treatment to the six injured CRPF personnel.