Minister Javed Rana visits villages along LoC in Poonch dist

Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Friday conducted an extensive tour of villages located close to the Line of Control (LoC) in Mankote sector of Poonch district, including Uchhad and Jhulas, to meet people affected by recent cross-border shelling.

The Minister was accompanied by Mendhar SDM Imran Kataria and other senior officers of the sub-divisional administration.

During his visit, Rana assessed the extent of damage caused by shelling and met the affected families, expressing his deepest sympathies for their losses. He directed the administration to expedite compensation disbursement to them, ensuring timely support and relief.

Rana also reviewed the damage to infrastructure and directed the administration to prioritise restoration work. He emphasised the need for immediate action to address the humanitarian needs of those affected by the shelling.

Rana assured the affected families of the government’s support and commitment to their welfare.