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PM announces relief for Chamoli victims

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The Union government Tuesday announced an ex gratia compensation of Rs 1,00,000 each to the families of the Chamoli earthquake victims who were earning members.

The next-of-kin of the non-earning victims will get Rs 50,000 each.

The amount will be paid from the prime minister's relief fund.

The decision was taken at Tuesday's Cabinet meeting.

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