Srinagar, Feb. 18 -- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and assembly member from Pulwama Waheed ur Rehman Para has submitted a Bill seeking special provisions for residents of J&K to recognise the proprietary rights of houses constructed on state land, Kahcharai land, common land and shamlat lands.

Para submitted the private Bill in the assembly secretariat last week and is hopeful the bill will be passed with the support of all the legislators. "Yes, I have submitted the bill and I am hopeful all the legislators in unison will support the bill as its going to benefit people of J&K especially those who belong to downtrodden families," Parra said.

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