J&K Lt. Governor announces government jobs for kin of Pakistan shelling victims
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday (May 21, 2025) announced government jobs for the closest kin of civilians killed in the recent Pakistan shelling along the border.
Around 23 civilians lost their lives during the shelling and firing by Pakistan in the recent India-Pakistan military confrontation. A spokesperson from the Raj Bhawan stated that the Lieutenant Governor had declared government jobs for the immediate family members of those affected by the cross-border attacks.
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Speaking during his visit to Poonch, Mr. Sinha said, 'The proper rehabilitation of affected families is my top priority. The J&K administration, under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon'ble Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, is committed to ensuring proper rehabilitation, enhanced border infrastructure, and security for the residents of border areas.'
He further added that efforts were underway to construct individual and community bunkers across Jammu and Kashmir under the Security Related Expenditure (SRE) scheme.
Lauding the courage and social harmony exhibited by the residents of Poonch, civil society members, and all communities, Mr. Sinha condemned Pakistan's actions, stating, 'Pakistan had shown its cowardice by targeting sacred Gurudwara Dera Santpura Nangali Sahib. In its despicable act, the terrorist country Pakistan had also targeted a temple and a mosque. By firing and heavy shelling on our sacred sites, the terror state Pakistan had tried to damage our social fabric.'
During his interaction with troops stationed at Poonch and Nowshera, Mr. Sinha praised the bravery and indomitable spirit of the soldiers involved in 'Operation Sindoor'. ''Dharma' has won and 'Adharma' has surrendered before your weapons and might,' he said.
Describing 'Operation Sindoor' as a testament to India's military and strategic strength, the Lieutenant Governor remarked, 'It has also proved that every inch of Pakistan's land is today the target of our brave soldiers and the enemy knows that if it indulges in future misadventure then it will not survive.'
Mr. Sinha added that India had decisively subdued the masterminds of Pakistani terrorists within 23 minutes. 'The next time if they raise their eyes towards Mother India, not a single area of theirs would remain untouched by punishment,' he warned.
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