DC Baramulla conducts extensive visit of Uri; reviews relief measures for shelling affected people

• Inspects SDH Uri, relief centres, FCS&CA food store; directs damage assessment, appreciates SDRF response

BARAMULLA: In view of the recent cross-border shelling incidents, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today conducted an extensive visit to Uri subdivision to take stock of the arrangements made for families evacuated from vulnerable areas along the Line of Control (LoC).

Accompanied by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Uri and senior officers from concerned departments, DC visited several key locations, including Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Uri, Control Room Uri, Government Degree College Uri, and GDC Boniyar, which are currently being used as temporary relief centres.

At SDH Uri, the DC reviewed emergency preparedness, availability of staff, and healthcare facilities. He emphasized the need to ensure round-the-clock medical services for any eventuality.

The DC also visited the Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) food store to check the availability and distribution of ration and essential supplies for the affected population. He directed officials to maintain adequate stock and ensure timely delivery to all relief locations.

During interactions with the displaced families, DC assured them of full administrative support and directed officials to ensure proper arrangements for food, bedding, sanitation, and medical aid. He also held detailed interactions with SDRF volunteers deployed in the area and lauded their tireless efforts in assisting the affected families and maintaining order on the ground.

Meanwhile, DC directed the SDM Uri to carry out a comprehensive assessment of damages caused to property, livestock, and infrastructure due to shelling. He instructed for a prompt and detailed report so that compensation and necessary support could be extended to the affected households without delay.

It is pertinent to mention that a majority of the families from vulnerable border locations had already been shifted to District Headquarters Baramulla, where the district administration has made elaborate arrangements including food, shelter, medical services, and sanitation facilities.

Reaffirming the administration’s commitment, DC stated that all possible steps are being taken to safeguard the lives and well-being of border residents and that the district administration stands firmly with them during this difficult time.