The ghastly attack in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir has left the nation in the state of shock. Over 40 CRPF jawans lost their lives in this cowardly terrorist attack carried out by a Pakistan based terrorist outfit. Entire Bollywood has condemned the incident unitedly and strongly. The industry is also observing a Black Day on 17th February. Now,  Amitabh Bachchan will be donating 5 lakh Rupees to each family of the 49 Martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. Pulwama Terror Attack: Bollywood Celebs to Observe 'Black Day' on 17 February as a Tribute to CRPF Martyrs.

We have also heard that he is currently finding out from the Government of India sources where and how this amount will be distributed to ensure it is expedited.

When approached his spokesperson confirmed the same, "Yes Mr Bachchan will be giving Rs 5 Lakh to each of the 49 martyr's families and is currently finding out the correct process to do so." Navjot Singh Sidhu To Be Fired From The Kapil Sharma Show Over His Pulwama Attack Statements! #BoycottSidhu Becomes The Top Trend On Twitter!.

We have also learnt that he immediately cancelled his attendance yesterday as a special guest of Virat Kohli's Foundation event which was to take place today.

In the recent past also, Mr Bachchan has donated funds to the martyr families of Maharashtra, those who gave their lives in protecting their Motherland. That amount was 2.25 cr Rupess, given to 44 + families.

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