Udhampur Deputy Commissioner, Minga Sherpa, on Friday distributed ex-gratia relief to eligible beneficiaries under the road accident victim fund scheme. The financial assistance was provided to entitled individuals in accordance with the provisions of the scheme.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that the disbursement took place in the presence of Additional Superintendent of Police Sandeep Bhat and Assistant Regional Transport Officer Mudassir Iqbal, along with other relevant officials. The initiative aims to provide immediate financial support to families affected by road accidents.
The ex-gratia relief is a crucial component of the government’s welfare measures designed to alleviate the financial burden on families who have lost their earning members or suffered significant losses due to road accidents. The scheme ensures that a standardized amount of financial aid is provided, offering a safety net for vulnerable sections of society.
The Deputy Commissioner’s office in Udhampur has been actively working to identify eligible beneficiaries and expedite the process of disbursing these funds. Officials have emphasized the importance of timely assistance to help families cope with the immediate aftermath of such tragic events. The presence of senior police and transport officials at the disbursement ceremony underscored the collaborative effort involved in the implementation of such welfare schemes.
The road accident victim fund scheme is administered by the district administration in coordination with the transport department. Its primary objective is to provide a measure of financial security to dependents of victims of road accidents, thereby mitigating economic hardship. The selection of beneficiaries is based on laid-down criteria ensuring transparency and fairness in the distribution of funds.
The Udhampur district administration has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that all eligible individuals receive the benefits they are entitled to under various government schemes. Efforts are continuously being made to streamline the application and verification processes to ensure prompt delivery of relief.
The Chenab Times News Desk
