‘All affectees to be included in survey’

Dir Taskforce Commandant says affectees left out from surveys can now register and obtain compensation


Our Correspondent November 25, 2015
Efforts are under way to ensure rehabilitation and relief

TIMERGARA: Dir Taskforce Commandant Colonel Khalid Shafi has said quake affectees who were left out from surveys can now register and obtain compensation.

He was addressing a jirga in Lal Qila tehsil of Lower Dir on Tuesday. “Most victims have been provided relief,” said Shafi.

He said efforts are under way to ensure rehabilitation and relief. “The Pakistan Army and Lower Dir district administration are taking part in these activities,” he added.

According to Shafi, residents of Lower Dir are cooperating with security forces to prevent militancy.  “This is the reason why peace has been maintained in the region,” he said. “The Pakistan Army will remain in Lower Dir to maintain stability,” he said.

Shafi added the security forces were taking a series of measures to ensure development in the region.

He also urged residents to register any weapons they possess with the relevant authorities.

“They must also inform security forces of any untoward incidents or suspicious activity in the region,” he added.

 

 

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