Palghar (Maharashtra), Apr 23: Maharashtra government announced Rs 5 lakh each as compensation to families of victims of Palghar Covid-19 hospital fire incident that happened on April 23.

“This is a big accident. Those found responsible won't be spared. Affected patients are being shifted to nearby hospitals. The government will provide financial assistance of Rs 5 lakhs each to the families of those who lost their lives,” said Maharashtra Minister Eknath Shinde.

The fire has claimed 13 lives so far.