The federal government has announced Rs5 million compensation for each family affected by the tragic PIMS fire in Islamabad.
The decision follows the deaths of 14 newborns in the fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences.
The government expressed grief over the loss of the newborns and conveyed condolences to their families.
It also acknowledged that financial assistance cannot replace the lives lost in the devastating incident.
However, officials said the compensation would help ease some of the difficulties facing the grieving families.
The government also assured the affected families that it would provide all possible support during this difficult period.
Rs5 Million Compensation Announced for Each Family
Under the government’s decision, the families of all 14 newborns will receive Rs5 million each.
The assistance aims to provide immediate financial relief to families dealing with the devastating loss.
At the same time, the government stressed that the compensation does not diminish the seriousness of the tragedy.
The announcement comes as authorities continue examining the circumstances that led to the deaths.
Officials are investigating the fire’s cause, the safety arrangements at the facility and the response during the emergency.
Investigation Into PIMS Fire Underway
A committee formed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has begun investigating the incident.
The committee is examining events surrounding the fire and the emergency response that followed.
As part of its investigation, members visited the Fire Brigade Headquarters to review the rescue operation.
They also recorded statements from personnel who took part in the emergency response.
Furthermore, the committee reviewed the timeline from the moment the fire broke out.
It examined the time taken before rescue teams arrived at the affected facility.
Rescue Response and Safety Arrangements Under Review
The investigation committee is also assessing the performance of the fire brigade during the incident.
It is reviewing the response provided by emergency personnel and the difficulties they encountered.
In addition, the committee is examining the safety arrangements connected with the incident.
The findings could help establish how the fire developed and how authorities responded during the emergency.
The investigation remains underway, and officials have yet to announce its final findings.
For the affected families, however, the loss of 14 newborns has left a devastating impact.
The government’s compensation is intended to provide some financial assistance while the investigation continues into the circumstances surrounding the PIMS fire.
