Srinagar, August 06: Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic loss of two members of the Gujjar-Bakarwal nomadic tribe from Mahore in a landslide incident that occurred in Kanzalpathri, Waltangu Nard area of Kulgam district.
According to local administration, the incident took place when a stone slide struck a dhok (temporary shelter), leading to the unfortunate death of two nomads and causing injuries to two others.
The injured have been shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
The Deputy Commissioner, Kulgam, promptly visited the site and directed immediate rescue and relief measures.
Rescue teams and officials were pressed into service to provide timely assistance to the affected families.
Minister Javed Ahmed Rana conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.
He also assured that the Government will extend all possible support to the next of kin of the deceased as well as to the injured persons, in coordination with the district administration.
“We stand in solidarity with the affected families during this hour of grief. Every possible assistance—financial and logistical—will be provided to ensure their rehabilitation,” the Minister stated.
The Tribal Affairs Department is in close touch with district authorities to monitor the situation and ensure that the required support reaches the victims without delay.
