The Delhi Government on Thursday announced Rs1 crore compensation for CRPF jawan Narottam Das killed in a landmine blast. He had lost his life in a landmine blast at Gaya district of Bihar by suspected Maoists earlier this week. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia attended the cremation of CRPF jawan, Narottam Das at his village in Najafgarh on Thursday morning.
After meeting the bereaved family members, the Chief Minister announced a compensation of Rs1 crore for the family of martyr Narottam Das. Kejriwal said Narottam laid down his life while performing his duty and the State Government will honour his sacrifice. The Chief Minister expressed the hope that the martyr’s widow will be provided a job by the CRPF and if required, the Delhi State Government will offer her a job.