Mian Altaf treks to Poonch’s remote Hill Kaka village

Srinagar, Nov 10: Member of Parliament Mian Altaf Ahmad undertook a challenging journey to the remote Hill Kaka area of Poonch district, travelling on horseback through rugged mountainous terrain to interact with residents and listen to their grievances.
According to a statement issued here, the MP visited the historically isolated region to assess the difficulties faced by residents, including members of the Gujjar-Bakarwal community, and review the availability of essential services in the area.
During his interaction with residents, community elders and local delegations, several issues concerning basic infrastructure and public services were raised, including the absence of electricity, poor road connectivity, drinking water shortages and inadequate healthcare facilities.
Tribal elders also highlighted the hardships faced by residents during harsh winter conditions and difficulties in accessing government welfare schemes, including the VB-G-RAM scheme. They sought immediate administrative intervention to improve basic amenities and ensure effective implementation of welfare programmes.
Addressing the gathering, Mian Altaf said geographical barriers should not prevent elected representatives from reaching people and addressing their concerns.
“No region is too distant when it comes to resolving the genuine grievances of our people. I am here to ensure that your voice reaches the highest halls of governance,” he said.
The MP assured residents that their concerns would be taken up with the concerned administration and government departments. He called for expediting pending infrastructure projects and improving the delivery of essential commodities to remote and high-altitude settlements.
He also assured that demands relating to improved telecommunication connectivity, establishment of health sub-centres and road infrastructure would be taken up with the concerned authorities and prioritised in forthcoming development plans.
The residents welcomed the MP’s visit and raised expectations that their long-pending demands would receive attention from the administration.
Hill Kaka, located in the remote mountainous belt of Poonch, has remained among the difficult-to-access areas of the district, with residents continuing to face challenges in accessing basic infrastructure and essential public services. (KNS)