Pune: Maharashtra Government To Provide Government Job To Daughter Of Santosh Jagdale, Killed In Pahalgam Attack
Pune, 29th April 2025: The Maharashtra government has decided to offer a government job to Asavari Jagdale, the daughter of Santosh Jagdale, who lost his life in the tragic Pahalgam attack. This announcement was made by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
The decision comes after a request by Member of Parliament Supriya Sule, who urged that Asavari Jagdale be honored with a bravery award on Maharashtra Day, 1st May, and that she be provided a government job by the state.
In a significant move, the Maharashtra government has also decided to provide financial assistance of ₹50 lakh each to the families of those who lost their lives in the Pahalgam attack. Furthermore, one member from each deceased person’s family will be offered a government job. This was announced during a Cabinet meeting, where the government paid heartfelt tributes to the victims of the Pahalgam incident.
Chief Minister Fadnavis also confirmed that the government would focus on the education and employment opportunities for the affected families. The government has pledged support to help them cope with the loss and rebuild their lives.
The Pahalgam attack, which took place in Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of 26 people, including Santosh Jagdale, a resident of Pune. The tragic incident has left the Jagdale family devastated, as the loss of the breadwinner raised significant concerns about their livelihood.
Chief Minister Fadnavis had recently met with family members of Jagdale and Kaustubh Ganbote to offer his condolences and support during this difficult time.
