On Monday, the Swiss National Council passed plans to provide a one-time compensation of 50,000 Swiss Francs (approximately 64,000 USD) to survivors and families of victims of the tragic fire at "Le Constellation" bar in Cran-Montana. This fire occurred during the New Year celebrations at a ski resort, resulting in the loss of 41 lives and injuries to 115 individuals. The initiative, referred to as a 'solidarity contribution', aims to offer immediate financial aid to those affected by the disaster, underscoring the serious impact of this tragic event on the community.

The proposal had already been approved by the upper house of the Swiss parliament the previous week, reflecting a bipartisan commitment to support the victims’ families and survivors. The compensation will be provided to each person who either lost their life in the fire or was hospitalized after the incident. Notably, many of the deceased were teenagers and included foreign nationals from countries such as France and Italy, highlighting the international dimension of this tragedy and its wide-reaching implications.

Witnesses and investigators have suggested that the fire might have been sparked by the use of fireworks that ignited the ceiling of the bar's basement area. This tragic incident has led to formal investigations by Swiss authorities, aimed at understanding the precise causes and circumstances surrounding the fire, thereby ensuring accountability and preventing future occurrences of similar disasters in public venues.