The chief minister also announced Rs 2 lakh for those seriously injured, and Rs 1 lakh for those with minor injuries.
All arrangements have been made to transport of the mortal remains of the deceased back to their homes in a dignified manner, Abdullah said.
“The injured are being provided the best medical care. Our hearts go out to the bereaved families. We share in your grief and stand by you in this dark hour,” Abdullah said.
Terrorists struck at a prime tourist location in Pahalgam in south Kashmir on Tuesday, killing at least 26 people, mostly tourists, and injuring several others. The deceased included two foreigners — from the UAE and Nepal — and two locals.
“Terror will never break our resolve. We will not rest until those behind this barbarity are brought to justic,” the chief minister said. PTI SSB ARI ARI