Delhi Government announces Rs 1 Crore as ex-gratia for families of fallen Corona warriors

In a sincere gesture, the Delhi government has pledged to provide an ex-gratia payment of Rs 1 crore to the families of five fallen Corona warriors, the chief minister’s office said on Saturday. Pharmacist Sanjay Manchanda, junior assistant Ravi Kumar Singh, sanitation officer Virendra Kumar, Delhi Police officer Bhawani Chandra and primary school teacher Mohammed Yaseen are among those honored.

This announcement highlights the extraordinary sacrifices made by these individuals in the line of duty amid the pandemic. Delhi Chief Minister Atishi stressed that while financial support cannot replace the loss, it aims to help families live with dignity. “The Corona Warriors of Delhi protected humanity and society during the pandemic, sacrificing their lives without thinking of themselves,” she said, highlighting the government’s commitment to honor their spirit.

Each of the deceased had played a crucial role during the crisis. Sanjay Manchanda was a pharmacist in the patient care and containment areas; Ravi Kumar Singh worked as a junior assistant at Maulana Azad Medical College; Virendra Kumar managed sanitation at a hunger center; Bhawani Chandra was posted at Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Hospital; and Mohammed Yaseen was responsible for distributing rations. Reaffirming his support for their families, Atishi said: “The government will always support the families of these Corona Warriors, giving them confidence that the government and society are on their side.

(With input from agencies.)