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Summary:
On December 13, 2025, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha distributed appointment letters to 39 family members of terror victims in Srinagar. Sinha criticized past administrations for prioritizing “overground workers” (supporters of militants) in government jobs while neglecting the needs of terror victims’ families. He emphasized the current administration’s commitment to zero tolerance for terrorism, providing resources to eradicate it and ensure justice, employment, and dignity for affected families. He also stated that 156 family members have been provided with self-employment and 36 families identified for house reconstruction.
News Article:
J&K L-G Sinha Alleges Past Favoritism for Militant Supporters, Prioritizes Terror Victim Families
Srinagar, December 13, 2025 – In a ceremony held in Srinagar today, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha distributed appointment letters to 39 next-of-kin of terror victims, highlighting a shift in policy aimed at addressing past injustices. Sinha sharply criticized previous administrations for allegedly prioritizing the employment of “overground workers” (OGWs) – individuals who support militant activities – over the welfare of those directly affected by terrorism.
“On the one hand, the OGWs were appointed to government jobs; on the other, the next of kin (NoK) of terror victims were left to fend for themselves,” Sinha stated. He emphasized that the abrogation of Article 370 has empowered terror victims’ families to speak out against the “terror ecosystem” without fear.
Sinha reiterated the administration’s commitment to a zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism, vowing to utilize all available resources to eradicate it from J&K. He warned that those providing support or safe haven to terrorists would face severe consequences.
Among the beneficiaries of the appointment letters were family members of victims of past terror attacks, some dating back over two decades. Officials highlighted the stories of families who had suffered immense loss and trauma, emphasizing the need for long-overdue justice and support.
In addition to the 39 appointments, officials stated that 156 family members of terror victims have been provided with self-employment opportunities through various government schemes. Furthermore, 36 families have been identified for house reconstruction assistance.
“Behind every brutal killing by terrorists lies a story of a home that never recovered and of children who grew up without parents,” said the L-G. Sinha urged society as a whole to unite in the fight against terrorism, pledging his administration’s commitment to delivering justice, employment, and dignity to the families of terror victims.
This initiative signals a significant policy shift in J&K, focusing on providing support and opportunities to those who have suffered the most from terrorism, while also sending a strong message against those who support militant activities.
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