Excelsior Correspondent
NEW DELHI, June 15: A delegation of Kashmiri Samiti Delhi led by Vijay Raina its president called on Union Home Minister Raj Nath Singh here today in response to the initiative taken by Central Government regarding return & rehabilation of Kashmiri Pandits in Valley.
The delegation apprised the Home Minister about the ground situation in the Valley which is in no way different than what it was at the time of exodus of Kashmiri Pandits.
It demanded a thorough investigation by SIT to find out the reasons for the exodus of the community.
It said the forces responsible for exodus of KPs are still operating in the Valley as a result of which the return under present situation will be suicidal for the community.
The Home Minister agreed that the situation is not conducive for the return of Kashmiri Pandits and assured the delegation every steps will be taken to ensure safety and security and then only the return will be possible.
Further the delegation demanded hike in the relief paid to displaced people, settlement of traders in Delhi and regularization of contractual teachers.
In addition it demanded rehabilitation at present places of stay till full normalcy.
The delegation while reiterating the homeland demand said it was the only viable solution and a way out to KPs return to the Valley.
The Home Minister assured the delegation the interest of Kashmiri Pandits will be safe gaurded at every level, the issue of return will be discussed in detail with the representative of Kashmiri Pandits and the issue will be resolved to the entire satisfaction of the displaced people.
Mr Singh urged the Samiti to consult all KP organisations come out with common program for the welfare of community.
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