A 50-year-old woman, grievously injured in a Pakistani aerial intrusion in Punjab's Ferozepur last week, succumbed to her injuries at a private hospital on Tuesday. Two of her family members are still undergoing treatment.
Last Friday, during the Pakistani aerial intrusion, debris fell on their house in Khai Pheme Ke village, causing serious burn injuries to the woman, Sukhwinder Kaur, and her family members, and setting the structure and a car on fire.
Lakhwinder Singh (55), his wife Sukhwinder Kaur and their son Monu Singh (24) had sustained injuries. Earlier, officials said that Monu Singh was the brother of Lakhwinder.
What did the Punjab CM say?
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a Rs 5 lakh ex gratia from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund for the family of Sukhwinder Kaur. He expressed deep sorrow over Kaur's death.
"Our government stands firmly with her family during this time of immense pain, and we are committed to providing all possible support to help them cope with this devastating loss," he said.
Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora also extended financial assistance, announcing Rs 2 lakh for Kaur's family.
The Bigger Picture
Pakistan launched multiple aerial attacks along India's western borders, targeting areas in Punjab and other regions.
However, the Indian security forces successfully intercepted and thwarted these attempts, ensuring the safety of civilians and military installations.
India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday afternoon, effective immediately, bringing an end to four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes.
