Early Times Report
KUPWARA, July 27: As part of its ongoing outreach programme to strengthen engagement with the veteran community, the Zila Sainik Welfare Office (ZSWO), Kupwara organised an Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Interaction Meet at Tangdhar on Monday. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation by a large number of ex-servicemen, war widows and dependents from the region.
During the interaction, officials from ZSWO briefed the participants on various welfare schemes and benefits available to ex-servicemen, widows and their families. Individual grievances and service-related issues brought forward by the attendees were heard and several cases were resolved on the spot, reaffirming the office's commitment to responsive and accessible veteran welfare.
The gathering also focused on the growing challenge of drug abuse, with participants being sensitised about the need for collective action by families, communities and all stakeholders to safeguard the youth from the menace of narcotics. Ex-servicemen were encouraged to play an active role in spreading awareness and contributing towards a drug-free society through their leadership and influence within their communities. |
