Srinagar, April 19 -- J&K Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara Sajad Lone has urged the government to provide financial assistance to horticulturists affected by recent severe hailstorms that caused widespread damage across Kashmir.

In a statement released today, Lone described the destruction as having "wreaked havoc in different parts of Kashmir and left behind a trail of devastation and destruction," highlighting "massive losses for the horticulture sector.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel"

He has urged the government to develop a comprehensive relief package "to help the horticulturists sustain and survive this loss."

Pertinently, Lone added that the unexpected hailstorm has dealt a significant blow to Kashmir's ap...