Three children charred to death in Kamle district

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ITANAGAR: Three minor siblings, who were at their relative's place, were charred to death when a massive fire broke out at the house where they were staying in Kamle district of Arunachal Pradesh, an official said on Sunday.

The deceased have been identified as KabakYani (10), KabakNanu (7) and KabakChaku (5), Deputy Commissioner HengoBasar said.

As their parents were away on Saturday, the trio were putting up at a relative's place, he said, adding that the fire, which broke out around 11 pm, quickly spread to nearby homes, damaging property of neighbours.

Expressing shock over the incident, local MLA TarinDakpe paid a compensation of Rs 1 lakh and CGI sheets to the families of the victims. He has made a fervent appeal to the State government to sanction ex-gratia for the family members of the deceased.

A case has been registered, and inquiry was being conducted. The bodies of the three children were handed over to the family after post-mortem, said police sources.

Expressing shock over the incident, Chief Minister Pema Khandu has conveyed his condolences and prayers to the bereaved family members.

While assuring all possible support to the victims, Khandu announced ex-gratia relief of Rs 4 lakhs each for the deceased. He asked the district administration to immediately process for the ex-gratia relief.

He also appealed to the people to stay cautious and take precautions to avoid any such accidents which is vulnerable during dry seasons.

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