Former IAF chief Bhadauria clarified delays in ex-gratia payments due to guidelines, trauma confusion, ensuring financial guidance. Insurance is handled quickly. Payments for Agniveer Ajay Kumar, who died in a Line of Control landmine blast, are delayed due to paperwork, including court of inquiry and police reports. Managed by the Ministry of Defence, more aid is due. Controversy arose between BJP and opposition over compensations, including Rs 98.39 lakh paid and Rs 67 lakh pending.