Amaravathi:  Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy announced Rs. 50 Lakh Ex-gratia to the family of Lance Naik B. Sai Teja, who lost his life in the December 8 IAF helicopter crash.

Ramachandra Reddy said in a press meet that they extended condolences to the family and assured all sorts of help on behalf of the state government. Chief Minister YS Jagan directed them not to give publicity to the financial assistance being provided to the family of the soldiers as their sacrifices are priceless, Said Ramachandra Reddy.

Sai Teja joined the Indian Army in 2012 as a sepoy. While serving in Bangalore Regiment, he was selected for para commando training. Last year, he was appointed as PSO to CDS.