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Nagaland: CM mourns, announces ex-gratia

DIMAPUR, FEB 1 (NPN)

State chief minister, Dr. Neiphiu Rio, has expressed sorrow and extended condolences to the bereaved families of those killed in the tragic bus accident that occurred between 10 Mile and Peducha in Kohima district on January 31, 2026.
Condoling the untimely demise of members of the Chümoukedima Ao Baptist Church, the chief minister announced ex-gratia of Rs.2 lakh each to the families of the deceased.
The chief minister has also announced financial assistance of Rs.50,000 each to those seriously injured and conveyed his wishes for their speedy recovery.

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