UP: Family of man killed Riyadh missile attack demands compensation, govt job for his widow

The family of a 26-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh, who was killed in a suspected missile attack in Riyadh, has demanded compensation and a government job for his widow from the administration.

The mortal remains of Ravi Gopal were brought back to his native Baghain village in Sitapur from Saudi Arabia on Wednesday with the assistance of the Ministry of External Affairs and the district administration. His last rites were conducted later in the evening.

Villagers in large numbers gathered to bid a final farewell to Gopal, who had been working as a driver in a plastic factory in the Saudi capital since last year.


Gopal's last rites were performed by his elder brother Manmohan Dayal in the presence of family members and local officials.

He is survived by his wife, parents and a four-year-old son. His wife Ritu remains inconsolable after the incident, family members said.

Dayal told PTI that the family is in dire need of financial assistance and has sought a government job for Gopal's wife to support their livelihood.

Local BJP MLA Asha Maurya has assured them of taking prompt steps to address their demands, he said.

Mahmudabad Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) B K Singh told reporters on Thursday that the family has sought compensation and a job.

"We are looking into the matter. The district administration is assisting the family with legal procedures as they await a response to their request for financial aid and government assistance," Singh said.

The officials said the administration is in touch with the bereaved family and is extending all possible support.