After L-G directive, J&K Police set up helplines for terror victims

A day after Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha directed authorities to reopen cases involving families whose loved ones were brutally killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists, police in several districts across Kashmir have launched dedicated helplines to support the victims’ families.

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On Tuesday, the L-G instructed Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) to reopen cases that were deliberately ignored, file FIRs, and ensure that jobs are provided to the next of kin (NoKs) on priority. He also called for immediate action to free the properties and lands of terror victim families that had been seized by terrorists or their sympathisers.

Following the directive, several districts in the Valley have set up helplines for the affected families.

In South Kashmir’s Anantnag district, police have established a dedicated helpline at the District Police Office to assist individuals and families impacted by terrorism-related incidents. In a statement, Anantnag Police said it is committed to supporting these families and will promptly share all received information with the concerned authorities for necessary action.

“This initiative aims to ensure access to rightful entitlements and timely redressal under existing government policies,” the statement read.

In neighbouring Awantipora, a dedicated cell has been set up at the District Police Office to facilitate the registration of grievances by terrorism-affected families.

Similarly, North Kashmir’s Baramulla Police have established a special cell at the district police headquarters to streamline the registration and redressal of issues faced by victims of terrorist activities.

Sopore Police also announced a helpline and urged eligible citizens to come forward to avail necessary assistance and relief. In Central Kashmir’s Budgam district, police have established a grievance cell and helpline at the District Police Office.

“This initiative is intended to facilitate the registration and resolution of grievances of terrorism-affected families across the district,” Budgam Police said in a statement.

The helpline will be operational from Monday to Saturday, between 10 am and 6 pm.

“The helpline will serve as a vital point of contact, enabling affected individuals to access essential services, support, and redressal mechanisms,” Budgam Police added.

It further said the district police remain fully committed to providing all possible assistance to address the concerns and grievances of terrorism victims.