Kathua admn launches free hearse van service
The Kathua administration has launched a free-of-cost hearse van service. it has been provided to the administration by Chenab Textile Mills under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative and aims to provide dignified last rites to the deceased by ensuring hassle-free and respectful transportation of the deceased to the cremation ground.
The hearse van service was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Minhas in the presence of ADC Ranjit Singh besides Executive President of Chenab Textile Mills Umesh Gupta and other district officials. The service will be available through the Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) during office hours within the Municipal limits of Kathua wherein people can make calls and coordinate the services on a First-Come-First-Serve (FCFS) basis.
An official informed, “This initiative will provide immense relief to the families of the deceased, ensuring a dignified and respectful last ritual”.
The hearse van service will be operated by the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Kathua, through the Red Cross Fund. The DC assured that the administration will ensure seamless coordination and smooth operation of the service. He said that the public can utilise this free service by contacting the Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) at 01922238796 and 7889958093.
To ensure the sustainability and expansion of this noble initiative, individuals and organisations can contribute to this humanitarian cause by making donations to the District Red Cross Fund, Kathua, which will be utilised exclusively for the operation and maintenance of the hearse van service.
