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LIC and NSE Extend Support to Families of Pahalgam Terror Attack Victims

LIC simplifies claim processes and NSE pledges ₹1 crore to aid families of the 26 killed in one of Kashmir’s deadliest civilian attacks in decades.

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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.