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NGO to give aid to

Kashmiri martyrs'

families

MUZAFFARABAD: Dr Shaikh Ahmed, chairman of social organisation Hayya-Alal-Falah International, America, like the previous year, will also extend financial assistance this year to the families of Kashmiri martyrs.

He said the cheques would be distributed to widows of Kashmiri martyrs who sacrificed their lives across the border or those who became target of shelling of Indian forces.

He told newsmen on Sunday that the organisation distributed a total amount of Rs 350,000 among the victim families last year. "We are increasing the amount of assistance this time," he added.

He admitted this amount was not enough to meet the requirements of the families but could be helpful in meeting the basic needs.

Dr Ahmed said that the organisation has no political motives.ÑPPI