Provide compensation to affected farmers: Sagar

Srinagar, May 28: National Conference (NC) General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar Wednesday expressed deep concern over the widespread damage caused by recent heavy rains and hailstorms across various parts of the region.

In a statement he called upon the administration to take urgent steps to assess the damage and provide immediate compensation to the affected farmers and households.

“Heavy rain with gusty winds and hailstorm have wreaked havoc on standing crops, orchards, and property, leaving thousands of families in distress,” Sagar said adding, “This is not just a natural calamity—it is a crisis of livelihoods, especially for our farmers who depend solely on seasonal yields to sustain their families.”

Highlighting the severity of the situation, NC leader urged the administration to deploy revenue and horticulture officials to conduct on-ground assessments without delay. He stressed the need for a time-bound relief mechanism to ensure that compensation reaches the affected without bureaucratic hurdles.