Kupwara, May 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that Jammu and Kashmir Government will approach the Centre to seek help for the rehabilitation of the Pakistan shelling hit victims.
Talking to reporters after visiting Tanghdar sector here, LG Sinha said, “Administration has made the assessment & immediate assistance has been provided. A few people are left to be rehabilitated. But I feel this help is not enough. I’ve asked Div Com & senior officers to prepare a comprehensive plan so we can request GoI for proper rehabilitation.”
The Lieutenant Governor during his visit to the frontier villages along the Line of Control hit by Pakistan shelling assured the people that the government stands by them and they would be provided all the possible assistance and help.
“I have spoken directly with people to understand their issues. I am thankful to my administration colleagues who remained committed even in tough situations to ease public hardship. Immediate relief has been provided after assessment, but I believe it’s not enough,” LG Sinha said.
Meanwhile, residents urged LG to ensure the construction of underground bunkers for their safety — they appealed to prioritize their protection, especially for families living close to the Line of Control, where shelling poses a serious threat.
“We are poor and don’t want to suffer again. Bunkers are essential now”, affected residents told the Lieutenant Governor.
In a post on X, the LG said that he has directed the district administration Kupwara for timely completion of bunkers through Gram Sabhas. “It’s our collective responsibility to ensure safety and rehabilitation of affected families”.
The Lieutenant Governor also chaired a high level meeting at Kupwara and directed the officers to ensure that victims of Pakistan shelling should be provided all the possible support without any delay.
Lauds Army for bravery & preventing casualties
Kupwara, May 17: Stating that the world witnessed the courage and resolve of Indian soldiers, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that India’s firm response brought Pakistan on its knees.
Addressing Army soldiers after visiting the Tangdhar sector here, LG Sinha said, “Fearing total destruction, Pakistan urged the international community to intervene.”
Narrating the sequence of events, LG Sinha said, “At 3:35 pm on May 10, the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of Pakistan contacted his Indian counterpart to work out an understanding for cessation of hostilities.”
The Lieutenant Governor said that India is not a nation that seeks war. “It’s the fifth-largest economy in the world and soon to be the fourth. Pakistan has now realized that nothing is beyond India’s reach,” he added.
LG Sinha lauded the Indian Army for its bravery and effectiveness in preventing casualties during the recent hostilities. “No deaths were reported, and only three persons sustained minor injuries,” he said.
