22 people died when a boat capsized in Malappuram, and PM Modi announced ex-gratia payments of Rs 2 lakh to the families of the deceased.

On the fateful day of May 7, 2023, a tragic incident occurred in Malappuram, Kerala, where a boat carrying 36 people capsized. Sadly, 22 people lost their lives in this accident, and the rest were rescued by the local fishermen and the Coast Guard. The incident occurred in the afternoon when the boat was on its way to the Kuravanakunnu temple.

The incident has left the entire nation in shock, and condolences have been pouring in from all over. The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, expressed his grief over the incident and announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh to the families of the deceased. In addition to this, the Prime Minister also announced financial assistance of Rs 50,000 to those injured in the accident.

The Kerala government has also announced compensation of Rs 5 lakh to the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh to those injured. The Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, visited the accident site and met with the families of the deceased and the injured. He assured them of all possible assistance from the government and directed the concerned officials to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.

The incident has once again highlighted the need for better safety measures and regulations for boats and other water transport in the country. The government and concerned authorities must take immediate steps to ensure the safety of people traveling by boats and other water transport.

The tragedy has left a deep scar on the families of the deceased and the entire nation. It is a reminder that life is fragile and can be lost in the blink of an eye. We must value each and every life and take all necessary precautions to prevent such accidents in the future.

In conclusion, the incident in Malappuram is a tragic reminder of the need for better safety measures and regulations for boats and other water transport in the country. The government and concerned authorities must take immediate steps to ensure the safety of people traveling by boats and other water transport. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured in the accident.

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