 Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Jan 16: Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson of the Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Board, chaired a meeting to finalize the preparations for the upcoming Meraj-e-Aalam festivities. Representatives from various departments attended the meeting, where a detailed roadmap for coordinated efforts at shrines and religious places was discussed.
Dr. Andrabi emphasized the importance of timely arrangements and seamless facility delivery, considering the valley's weather conditions. She lauded the administration for its continued support in managing religious festivals efficiently and urged people to contribute to upgrading facilities at shrines.
Later, Dr. Andrabi visited the Dargah Hazratbal, where she inspected the ongoing renovation works and paid obeisance. She also met with families affected by a recent fire incident at Hazratbal. As a relief measure, the Waqf Board Chairperson handed over cheques of ?1 lakh each to the affected households.
"We are extending this relief from the Waqf Board, but I appeal to everyone to contribute individually to help those in need," Dr. Andrabi stated, expressing solidarity with the fire victims.
The proactive efforts of the Waqf Board and the administration in ensuring smooth festival preparations and providing timely assistance to affected families were widely appreciated. |
