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SRINAGAR: Following the heavy snowfall that blanketed theKashmir Valley, Congress leader Dr. Waleed Karra, under the directions of JKPCCChief and MLA Central Shalteng Tariq Hameed Karra, has spearheaded efforts to provide swift relief to the residents of the Central Shalteng constituency residents. Over the past two days, Dr. Waleed has personally overseen snow clearance operations, ensuring that both main roads and inner lanes remain accessible for smooth movement.
During his visit to several areas today, including Maloora, Shalteng, Abban Shah, HMT and adjoining localities, residents raised concerns about delayed snow clearance by the district administration. The situation led to protests over the neglect of inner lanes. Acting promptly, Dr. Waleed Karra personally intervened, arranged local resources such as tractors and workers to clear snow in Maloora and surrounding areas.
Speaking to the residents, Dr. Waleed Karra criticized the challenges posed by the ongoing dual governance system in Jammu & Kashmir and underscored the urgency of restoring full statehood. "The people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve a fully empowered local government to address their needs effectively. The promises of statehood and empowerment must be fulfilled immediately. Only then can we truly work tirelessly for the welfare of our people," he emphasized.
Dr. Waleed also commended the people of Kashmir for upholding the spirit of Kashmiriyat by providing shelter, food and warmth to stranded tourists during recent heavy snowfall and harsh winters. "Despite facing severe weather conditions themselves, the people of Kashmir have extended unmatched hospitality to tourists. This is the truespirit of humanity—a value often misrepresented by certain sections of the media. I deeply appreciate the positive feedback from tourists who have expressed their gratitude for the kindness shown by Kashmiris," headded.
In addition, Dr. Waleed expressed his gratitude to the district administration, municipal workers and snow clearance teams for their tireless efforts."I extend my sincere thanks to all those who collaborated with us during this crisis. Your hard work ensured that essential services remained uninterrupted and public inconvenience was minimized," he said. Echoing these sentiments, the Maloora Mohalla President, Mohammad Saleem, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to MLA Central Shalteng Tariq Hameed Karra and Dr. Waleed
"On behalf of all Maloora and adjoining residents, I extend my deepest thanks to MLA Tariq Hameed Karra Sahab and Dr. Waleed Sahab for personally visiting and monitoring the situation over the past two days. Their timely intervention, including hiring tractors to clear snow from inner lanes and ensuring access to basic amenities,has brought great relief to us. We are truly grateful for their dedication and concern for the welfare of our area," he said.
The coordinated efforts led by Dr. Waleed Karra have provided significant relief to the residents of Central Shalteng. The Congress leader reassured that his team remains committed to addressing their concerns and prioritizing their well-being, especially during challenging times.
