LG Meets Family of Martyred Policeman Ashiq Hussain Qureshi, Assures Full Support

SRINAGAR, Jul 24: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited Lalpora in Beerwah, Budgam, to meet the family of martyred Jammu and Kashmir Police Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi, who was killed in the line of duty during a terror attack in Anantnag earlier this week.

The Lieutenant Governor paid tributes to the slain policeman and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family, describing Qureshi’s courage, sacrifice and commitment to duty as an enduring source of inspiration. He said the nation was proud of the martyr and that his supreme sacrifice would always be remembered.

During the visit, Sinha assured the family of the administration’s continued support and said every effort would be made to safeguard their well-being and dignity. He also assured that the government would extend full assistance until the martyr’s son completes his education and becomes eligible for appointment under the compassionate employment policy.

The Lieutenant Governor said the martyr’s dedication to duty and service to the nation should inspire future generations to contribute towards a peaceful and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir.

Highlighting the Centre’s efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sinha reiterated the administration’s resolve to eliminate terrorism from the Union Territory. He also urged the people, particularly the youth, to remain united against terrorism and draw inspiration from the martyr’s devotion to the nation. (Agencies)