Srinagar, Dec 22: The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Kashmir (CCIK) has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha for immediate intervention to ensure the safety and evacuation of students from the Union Territory who are currently stranded in Bangladesh amid escalating unrest.
The Chamber said the deteriorating law and order situation in parts of Bangladesh, where several students from Jammu and Kashmir are pursuing their studies, has triggered serious concern among families and the wider community in the Valley. CCIK noted that the continuing turmoil has created an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty, leaving students vulnerable and parents anxious.
In a statement issued here, CCIK President Tariq Rashid Ghani urged the Centre and the UT administration to act swiftly. He said the situation faced by Kashmiri students had become increasingly precarious and required urgent government attention to prevent any untoward incident. Ghani stressed that ensuring the safety of students must be treated as a top priority.
The Chamber called for an immediate assessment of the ground situation, coordinated evacuation from affected areas, and close liaison with Indian diplomatic missions in Bangladesh to facilitate safe passage for the students. It also emphasised the need for regular communication with families to keep them informed about the status of their children.
CCIK further urged the Ministry of External Affairs to set up an emergency helpline for families seeking information and to expedite all necessary measures for the safe return of students to Jammu and Kashmir.
