1500 houses to be built by High-Range Rural Development Society-India for victims during Operation Sindoor, floods in Jammu and Kashmir

Over 1500 houses for those victims who suffered damages during the Operation Sindoor and the recent floods will be built in Jammu and Kashmir with the help of the High-Range Rural Development Society-India, a spokesman of the Lieutenant-Governor’s administration said on Thursday (September 11, 2025).

“Construction of houses is more than just putting up structure. It is about building dreams, a fresh start and a new chapter in the lives of affected families. Human losses are so profound and devastating that they can’t be measured but this initiative will definitely ease their suffering,” L-G Manoj Sinha said.

He made these remarks while presiding over the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the HRDS-India and Divisional Commissioners of Jammu and Kashmir divisions.

An official said the HRDS India will build 1500 free houses across the Union Territory. “These 3-bedroom houses will be designed and delivered as a “Smart House”, incorporating modern features for comfort and safety,” the spokesman said.

Under the initiative, the HRDS India and Divisional Commissioners of both the divisions will also identify terror victim families whose houses were destroyed by the terrorists. “Besides 15-year life insurance coverage to all family members, HRDS India will ensure monthly health check-ups and digital connectivity for every house,” the spokesman said.

The HRDS India will also undertake repainting of each beneficiary house every five years, at no cost to the beneficiaries, officials said.

Mr. Sinha said the MoU reflected the vision of empowering and safeguarding the future of those affected by natural calamities and unprovoked shelling on civilian population by the enemy.

The HRDS India, in collaboration with BSNL, will provide free internet access to all beneficiary households to support education, communication, and digital inclusion.

“The trained HRDS India volunteers will visit each beneficiary household monthly to disseminate information about new government schemes relevant to the beneficiaries. They will conduct free awareness sessions on health, education, hygiene, and preventive care,” the spokesman said.