Vikrant Kapoor Demands Immediate Compensation for Victims
JAMMU, Nov 10: Hindustan Shiv Sena State President Vikrant Kapoor expressed deep concern over the massive fire incident in the Warehouse area of Jammu, which reportedly caused losses worth crores of rupees to the business community. He expressed solidarity with the affected traders and urged the government to provide immediate compensation to the victims.
Kapoor said that leaders of various political parties should not visit the affected areas merely for photo opportunities but should take concrete steps to ensure relief and assistance for the affected traders.
He also expressed concern over allegations of delays in the response of the Fire and Emergency Services Department during the incident. He demanded a thorough investigation into the complaints and strict action against officials found responsible for any negligence.
Kapoor urged the government to complete the assessment of losses without unnecessary delay and announce an adequate compensation package for the affected shopkeepers. He appealed to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to ensure immediate financial assistance to the fire victims.
Meanwhile, Hindustan Shiv Sena Senior State Vice President and Jammu and Kashmir In-charge Ramesh Gupta, senior leader Sunil Debgotra, jeevan Sharma,,prveen Gupta, Baba Ram Kaith, , Himanshu, Amit and Women’s Wing leader Rakha Rajput, sushma Devi, Babita Pandita also expressed solidarity with the affected traders.