The Joint Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management stated that on 21st April, 2020 a lightning strike occurred at Mawkadiang village West Khasi Hills where two persons Phuldaris Marwein and Horbinus Jyrwa died on the spot, while a few were injured and he informed that ex-gratia payment of Rs.4,00,000/- has been paid to the next of kin of the deceased persons.
In the meeting, the Minister directed the officials of the Department and all the Deputy Commissioners to be on alert and gear up field level officers to meet any eventuality in case of any natural disaster.
The Minister expressed his happiness and satisfaction on the contribution made by the Department in containing the COVID-19 in the State and informed that the amount released to the Departments and all the Districts as on today is Rs.3,33,43,275/- only to meet the challenges of the extra-ordinary situation arising out of COVID-19 pandemic.
By Our Reporter
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