Kashmiri Pandits Seek Long-Overdue Action Amid Elections

As Jammu and Kashmir prepares for assembly elections, the Kashmiri Pandit community calls for urgent action on long-standing issues such as unemployment and housing. Community leaders express frustration over unfulfilled promises. Despite strong ties with Muslim neighbors, Pandits call for increased government action, especially regarding employment and housing schemes.

With Jammu and Kashmir set to hold assembly elections on Wednesday, the Kashmiri Pandit community is making urgent calls for action on their long-standing issues of unemployment and housing.

Nearly 35 years after the mass exodus of 1990, many in the community feel that political parties have repeatedly failed to address their concerns. Babloo Ji Butt, a representative voice, expressed his frustration over unmet promises.

Despite these challenges, Butt emphasized that relationships between Kashmiri Pandits and Muslim communities remain strong. However, he criticized the inadequate implementation of the Prime Minister's package, adding that many families are forced to live in rented accommodations due to unfinished housing projects.

(With inputs from agencies.)