Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 16: BJP Kashmir Displaced District (KDD), under the leadership of its president, Rajiv Pandita, held a meeting with the Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner, (RRC), Dr. Arvind Karwani here, today. The meeting focused on several urgent and long-standing issues concerning the welfare of the Kashmiri Pandit community.
It discussed the delay in the release of monthly cash assistance for the month of April. Dr. Karwani clarified that the delay was a one-time issue specific to this month and assured that the treasury is set to release the pending payment within the next couple of days.
The issue of road connectivity to the Machbhawan Transit Accommodation in Mattan, which has been pending for quite some time, was also taken up. Dr. Karwani stated that he is planning an on-ground visit within the week and will coordinate with the concerned authorities to secure the necessary clearance and ensure progress.
Concern was also raised regarding discrepancies in the accommodation allotment lists. Specific instances were pointed out where couples were allotted two flats, and several names appeared in incorrect gender-based lists. The latest Machbhawan list was presented as a reference. Dr. Karwani assured that the discrepancies would be addressed, and future lists will be carefully verified before finalization. It was also urged that genuine medical cases be given preference in floor allotments. Furthermore, it was urged that the pending lists of transit accommodations across North, Central, and South Kashmir be released at the earliest.
The shortage of staff in various zone offices during the coupon issuance month of April was another pressing concern. Dr. Karwani informed that his department is already working on this issue and has requested deployment of additional staff to manage the workload effectively.
The delay in the allotment of shops at the Muthi camp was also discussed and RRC mentioned that the matter is in its final stages and should be resolved soon.
The discussion also included the completion of allied works in transit accommodations across Kashmir.
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