Sagar distributes relief to fire victims

Excelsior Correspondent

Minister for Rural Development Ali Mohd Sagar distributing relief to a fire victim at Srinagar on Friday.
Minister for Rural Development Ali Mohd Sagar distributing relief to a fire victim at Srinagar on Friday.

SRINAGAR, Jan 10: Minister for Rural Development and Panchayats, Ali Mohammad Sagar today distributed relief among the fire sufferers of Dhobighat, Hazratbal, whose houses were gutted in a devastating fire recently.
The function was organized by Common Cause Trust (CCT) and was also attended by officers of various departments.
Interacting with the victims, the Minister said that the Government has already instructed the district administration to provide necessary help to the fire victims at the earliest as an interim measure. The administration has also been directed to prepare a comprehensive report about the damages/losses so that adequate compensation can be given to the victims. The Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir has been asked to construct pre-fabricated huts to accommodate these affected families, said Mr. Sagar.