Overview
- On April 22, terrorists killed at least 26 tourists in the Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam, marking one of the deadliest civilian-targeted attacks in Kashmir in decades.
- Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) announced expedited claim settlements for victims' families, simplifying the process by accepting government records or compensation proof as evidence of death.
- LIC has urged claimants to contact their nearest branch or customer service and provided a dedicated helpline for assistance.
- The National Stock Exchange (NSE) pledged ₹1 crore to support the next of kin of the victims, with its CEO expressing solidarity with the affected families.
- These measures highlight corporate and institutional efforts to provide financial relief and mitigate the economic impact of the tragedy on the victims' families.