Kishtwar Fire: Jitendra Singh Assures Assistance to Affected Families

Union minister Dr Jitendra Singh said that the administration and the Red Cross have mobilised relief material to the spot. "Meanwhile, financial assistance is also being arranged for the affected families," he said on post on his X social media platform.

Teams from the district administration, police, army, and fire services, assisted by local residents, launched a joint operation to douse the flames. Fire tenders were rushed to the remote area, while LPG cylinders from nearby houses were removed to prevent further spread of the fire, officials added.

Deputy Commissioner of Kishtwar, Pankaj Sharma, who monitored the operation, said that the fire was brought under control after several hours. Four to five houses were gutted in the incident. There was no loss of life. Two people engaged in firefighting efforts suffered injuries and were given first aid. He said tents and other relief material have been provided to the affected hamlet, and a detailed assessment of losses will be conducted.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the fire incident and asked the district administration to ensure immediate relief, assess losses and provide assistance to the affected families. J&K Congress chief Tariq Hamid Karra urged the district and UT administrations to provide immediate assistance to the affected families amid harsh winter conditions.