The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh to the families of the victims who were killed in the recent Pakistan shelling amid escalated tensions post the May 7 Operation Sindoor strikes, reported news agency ANI.

In a post on X, the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister's Office expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and wrote, “Deeply pained by the loss of innocent lives due to recent shelling from Pakistan. My Government is taking every possible measure to minimise the hardship of our people. While no compensation can ever replace a loved one or heal the trauma caused to the family, as a gesture of support and solidarity, ex-gratia relief of Rs.10 lakh will be provided to families of all who have deceased. We stand with every affected family in this hour of grief."