Port Blair, July 29: The Andaman Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee President, Shri Rangalal Halder has addressed a letter to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, urging for compensation and support to the victims of the devastating fire accident that occurred on the night of July 27, 2024, at the Labourers Barracks of the Electricity Department in Sitanagar, Diglipur.

In his letter, he said that the fire, which completely gutted eight houses, has left approximately 25 members of the affected families in a state of severe distress and uncertainty. The victims have lost their hard-earned items and are currently facing significant hardships.

Halder emphasized the urgent need for immediate and adequate compensation to help the victims rebuild their lives and recover from this tragic incident. The key requests outlined in the letter include: Immediate Financial Assistance, Compensation for Loss of Property, Necessary support and resources to help the victims cope with the emotional and psychological trauma caused by the incident.