Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 14: The All Kashmiri Migrant Democratic Front (KMDF) has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo here, today outlining urgent demands for the welfare and rehabilitation of Kashmiri migrants. Led by its patron M.K. Yogi, the KMDF highlighted several issues faced by the migrant community, urging prompt action from the authorities.
The memorandum demanded enhancement of monthly cash assistance, introduction of a new employment package for unemployed migrant youth to facilitate their return and rehabilitation in the Valley, clearance of old medical claims, expedited clearance of pending medical claims for migrants suffering from chronic illnesses, improvement of drinking water supply, provision of soft drinking water supply to migrant camps, particularly in Jagti and Nagrota, expediting provision of self-employment loans to empower migrant youths and overaged youth, restarting of Engineering Wing, within the Relief office, installation of digital equipment and adequate staffing in medical centres to provide comprehensive healthcare services.
It demanded implementation of a one-time settlement scheme and compensation for damaged property in the Valley, equivalency of migrant cards with B.P.L cards, reservation in both Central and State Government jobs for migrant youths and addressing various issues faced by PM package employees.
The KMDF demanded prompt action by the authorities to address these pressing issues and improve the living conditions of Kashmiri migrants. Besides, Yogi, Tej Krishan Dhar, Sunil Pandita, Pran Nath Pandita, Ashok Kumar Koul, Ashok Dhar, Anil Bhan, Vijay Kumar Mulsoo, Sarsothi Nath, Sanjay Raina, S.L. Koul, Bharat Kachroo, and others were in delegation.
Meanwhile vice president of BJP Kashmir displaced district, Chetan Wanchoo, also met with Chief Secretary and turned his attention towards the distressing living conditions of nine Kashmiri Pandit families inhabiting quarters that were previously declared unsafe by the Jammu Development Authority (JDA). These quarters, deemed unfit for habitation and commercial activities, have become a source of adversity for the families, with their structural instability posing imminent risks.
During the meeting, Wanchoo apprised Atal Dullo of the dire circumstances faced by these families. He emphasized the urgent need for intervention to alleviate their suffering and ensure their safety and well-being.
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