Governor Visits Burdwan Water Tank Accident Victims, Assures Assistance

West Bengal Governor visits Burdwan water tank accident victims, promises assistance to affected families, takes responsibility for deceased womans daughters education.

On Thursday, the West Bengal Governor visited the Burdwan Medical College and Hospital to meet those injured in the water tank accident at the Burdwan railway station. He assured them of all necessary assistance and took responsibility for the education of the daughter of the woman killed in the incident for a year.

Governor's Assurance

Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar stated, "We will extend all support to the affected families. I came here to see those admitted here. Some financial assistance and ex-gratia have been sanctioned. Whatever is required to help them, will certainly be done. Raj Bhavan will intervene in a very positive manner in the matter."

Government Compensation

Meanwhile, the state government provided compensation cheques of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of those killed in the accident and cheques of Rs 50,000 each to those injured.

Accident Investigation

Following an FIR lodged by GRP Burdwan, the police have initiated an investigation into the matter. A senior officer of Purba Burdwan Police confirmed the ongoing probe.

The tragic water tank accident at the Burdwan railway station resulted in the loss of lives and injuries to many. The Governor's visit and assurance of support, along with the state government's compensation, provide some relief to the affected families. The ongoing police investigation aims to determine the cause of the accident and ensure accountability.