NC anguished over damage caused by heavy hailstorm, gusty winds
Asks admin to coordinate with local MLAs to expedite assessment of losses and necessary compensation to affected families
Srinagar, 19 April: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Showkat Ahmad Mir Saturday expressed deep concern over the widespread damage caused by the recent hailstorm which severely impacted orchards and farmlands in several areas of Kashmir districts including Shopian, Kulgam, Anantnag, Ganderbal, Pulwama.
In a statement released from the party headquarters Nawa-e-Subha, Mir said the extreme weather has dealt a significant blow to thousands of orchardists and farmers, many of whom are completely relying on the upcoming harvest season for their livelihood.
“The Government and our party are completely standing with the farming community in this difficult time. The loss is not just of produce, but of months of hard work and hope. I’m hopeful the administrations of the affected districts will be mobilised and directed to carry out immediate ground assessments of the damages caused and ensure timely compensation is provided. Concerned departments should be directed to prioritise transparent coordination with local representatives and community leaders to expedite the assessment of losses and necessary compensation to affected families.”
Meanwhile Party’s State Spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar has also urged the concerned district administrations of Kulgam and Shopian including other south Kashmir districts to assess and damage following heavy hailstorm in the area and then expedite the relief process.
