Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister of Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology and Environment and Tribal Affairs, today made a widespread visit to the Line of Control (LOC) villages in the Mankot Sector, including Uchhad and scorching in Poonch district to meet people affected by the recent cross-border shelling.
The minister was accompanied by SDM Mehar, Imran Kataria and other senior officers of the sub-division administration.
During his visit, the minister assessed the limit of damage caused by shelling and met the affected families, expressing their deep sympathy for their loss.
He directed the administration to expedite the compensation dismissal to the affected families, which ensure timely support and relief.
The minister also reviewed the damage to the infrastructure and directed the administration to prioritize restoration work. He emphasized the need for immediate action to remove human needs of people affected by shelling.
Minister Rana assured the families affected by the support of the government and commitment to their welfare.