Bandipora January 8: Former legislator Usman Majid on Saturday urged the administration to take immediate relief measures in view of the fresh spell of snowfall in Kashmir division.
In a statement issued to Kashmir Convener, Majid said that the administration must take some concrete steps to address the crisis like situation. There is acute scarcity of drinking water in many parts of the valley. “Similarly, people are suffering immensely by the electricity curtailment. And the same is the case with other basic amenities,” he remarked.
He said the disruption in electric supply in different parts of the valley is giving sleepless nights to the people in view of the below freezing temperatures. Majid urged the administration to stay alert in case of the circumstances that arises due to the fresh snowfall.
“The electric supply is still disruptive in various parts of the valley and the concerned department appears to be making repairs at a snail’s pace. The people are facing immense problems”.
He said the administration should stay prepared and in case of emergencies the concerned departments should take prompt actions” Majid concluded.
Majid also asked the divisional administration to ensure availability of essential commodities in the Valley especially in the far off places.
