ANANTNAG, JUNE 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited the family of Late Syed Adil Hussain Shah, at his native village in Haptnadh, Anantnag, and handed over the appointment letter to his wife, Gulnaz Akhter, on compassionate grounds.
Syed Adil Hussain was among the 26 innocent civilians who were killed by terrorists in Pahalgam.
The Lieutenant Governor paid homage to the martyr civilian and assured the family of concrete measures and continuous support so that they may live a life of dignity.
“The whole country is proud of the bravery of Adil. The government job to martyr Adil’s wife symbolizes our deep gratitude to the brave civilian who sacrificed his life while protecting tourists at Pahalgam on 22nd April,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The appointment of. Gulnaz Akhter has been made by the Lieutenant Governor in exercise of the discretionary powers conferred under Clause 2A of Jammu and Kashmir Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme, 2022, in relaxation of her educational qualification.
As per clause 2A of J&K Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme-2022, the Lieutenant Governor in exceptional circumstances may appoint the dependent family member of a civilian, who has died as a result of militancy/terrorist related action or due to law and order situation or due to enemy action and who is not involved in militancy related activity, in Government Service. The conferment of relaxation of age/qualification for appointment under J&K Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme-2022 solely lies with the Lieutenant Governor.
The appointment of Gulnaz Akhter has been made by the Lieutenant Governor under the exceptional circumstances, as her husband was a civilian and not a government employee. Further, the appointment has been made in relaxation of her educational qualification. There is no role of the Fisheries Department in granting relaxation as well as appointment in the instant case.
Acknowledging the supreme sacrifice of Adil Hussain Shah during the terrorist attack at Baisaran Pahalgam, the Lieutenant Governor, in exercise of the discretionary powers, has considered the appointment of the wife of the slain civilian in relaxation of her educational qualification, so that it can bring succour to the family.
This decision is a heartfelt gesture to support the bereaved family and ensure their dignity and well-being, reflecting the administration’s unwavering commitment to justice and compassion.