Family of Karnataka Government Employee Gets ₹1 Crore After Accident Death

The family of Sharanappa, an employee of the Social Welfare Department in Deodurg, Karnataka, received a compensation cheque of ₹1 crore after his death in a road accident.

The payment was made under the State Government Employees Salary Package Scheme.

Karnataka’s Minister for Minor Irrigation, Science, and Technology Ajay Dharam Singh presented the cheque during the Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations at the Mahatma Gandhi District Stadium in Raichur on November 1.

The handover was facilitated in co-ordination with officials from the State Bank of India (SBI) and the Raichur district unit of the Karnataka State Government Employees’ Association.

Insurance support for the family

While expressing his condolences to the bereaved family, Dr. Ajay Singh highlighted the role of government insurance schemes in providing critical financial security to families during moments of crisis.

The compensation under the salary package scheme gives financial support to Sharanappa’s family following his death.

The source material does not provide further details about the road accident.

Recalling Sharanappa’s services, the Minister assured the family that the government of Karnataka and the employees’ association would stand by them during their time of grief.

The assurance was made during the cheque handover at the Raichur event.

Appeal to use funds for long-term stability

Krishna Shavantageri, President of the Raichur district unit of the State Government Employees’ Association, urged the family to use the compensation funds judiciously.

He specifically referred to securing the children’s education and ensuring long-term stability for the household.

Deputy Commissioner Poovitha S., Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Ishwar Kumar Kandoo, Superintendent of Police Arunangshu Giri, Raichur Municipal Corporation Commissioner Jubin Mohapatra, and SBI representative Sitabai were among those present at the event.

Source: The Hindu