CM Omar announces education aid, civil services training for Dr Shahnawaz’s son

Budgam, Oct 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday visited Naidgam, Budgam, to express his condolences to the family of Dr Shahnawaz, who was killed in an attack at Gagangeer in Ganderbal on Sunday evening.

During his visit, the CM conveyed his sorrow over the demise of Dr Shahnawaz and acknowledged the profound loss suffered by the family.

He assured them that the government stands firmly by their side during this difficult time, promising all possible assistance.

“The void caused by the death of Dr Sahab cannot be filled, but we will do everything in our power to support you,” the chief minister said consoling the grieving family. “We are here to let you know that you are not alone in this moment of grief.”

In a significant gesture, the CM directed the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam to immediately initiate the process of providing a government job to a family member under SRO-43, as well as relief and rehabilitation under other relevant schemes.

He announced that the government would bear all expenses related to the civil services education and training of Dr Shahnawaz’s son, pledging to fulfill his father’s dream of seeing him become an officer.

“Whatever the costs of training, coaching, or anything else, will be borne by us,” the CM said reaffirming his government’s commitment to the family’s future. “We will make him an officer at any cost.”

CM’s Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Chadoora Ali Muhammad Dar, MLA Beerwah Shafi Ahmad Wani, and MLA Khan Sahab Saifuddin Bhat also accompanied the CM.