Four fishermen selected for construction of LCH at Handwara

Handwara: The Fisheries Department, Kupwara today organized a draw of lots function under PMMSY scheme for construction of low cost houses (LCH) for underprivileged fish farmers.

The function was organised under the chairmanship of Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Handwara, Nazir Ahmad Mir and on the occasion, four fishermen beneficiaries were selected through a draw of lots.

The ADC said that the government is committed to uplift the people belonging to poor sections of the society.

The District Fisheries Officer informed that the department has already provided the assistance to 50 BPL fishermen beneficiaries under the scheme and more assistance will be provided to the needy persons under the scheme.