Hakeem demands relief for windstorm-hit families in Budgam

Srinagar, May 16: People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former minister, Hakeem Muhammad Yaseen on Friday expressed deep anguish over the large-scale destruction caused by strong winds across Kashmir, particularly in Budgam district.
He expressed concern over the suffering of people whose homes and properties have been severely damaged. “The strong winds have inflicted serious damage in several areas, including in Raiyar Doodhpathri Gogathaji, Chekmarg, Kralpathri, Khag, Khansahib, Beerwah and Charar-i-Sharief. Many families have been left in distress as their houses, shops and essential infrastructure have been affected,” he said. “I urge the administration to immediately assess the extent of the damage and provide adequate compensation to the victims.”
Yaseen said the affected families should not be left to struggle on their own and called for a comprehensive relief package to address their hardships. “The authorities must act swiftly to ensure that those who have lost their roofs and properties receive prompt assistance. Emergency arrangements should be made to provide shelter and basic necessities to the worst-affected families,” he added.
Highlighting the extensive impact on public infrastructure, the former minister called for urgent measures to restore essential services. “The damage to electricity lines and public utilities has left many areas without power, making life difficult for the residents. The administration must expedite repair works and restore normalcy at the earliest,” he urged.
The PDF chief appealed to civil society organisations and local volunteers to come forward and assist the affected communities. “We must stand together in times of crisis and extend all possible help to those in need,” he remarked.
Hakeem reaffirmed his commitment to standing by the people in this difficult time and assured that he would continue to press the authorities for urgent action.