LG Sinha directs to assess losses in Pakistan shelling-hit Tanghdar areas

STC NEWS DESK
KUPWARA, MAY 17 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir government will prepare
a comprehensive plan to provide adequate support and rehabilitation package to those who have suffered in Pakistan-shelling. Accordingly, the government will request the Centre, and rehabilitate the remaining people.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday stated this during his visit to Pakistan shelling hit areas in Tanghdar area of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. He also met the victims. Notably, some sufferers were given on the spot assistance.
Speaking with reporters, the LG said that many houses and commercial properties have been damaged due to the shelling.
“Today I visited those places with a senior administrative officer, saw the situation, and interacted with the people to understand their problems,” he said.
He added that based on the assessment, possible immediate assistance has been provided. “A few people are left to be rehabilitated. But I think this help is not enough. Divisional Commissioner Kashmir and senior officers will jointly prepare a comprehensive plan for the damage,” he said.
(STC)