Ganderbal, Oct 23: A delegation of veterinary interns from Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology-Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Shuhama campus, Ganderbal, met Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmad Dar and raised their demand for enhancement of their monthly stipend to Rs 20,000–23,000.
During the meeting, the interns highlighted the financial difficulties they face due to the existing stipend, stating that the amount is insufficient to meet their basic living and internship-related expenses.
The delegation urged the government to consider their genuine concerns and take immediate steps towards revising the stipend.
Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmad Dar gave a positive response to the delegation and assured them that an order regarding their demand would be issued within one week.
The Minister further stated that he had already discussed the matter with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
The veterinary interns expressed gratitude to the Minister for hearing their concerns and expressed hope that the assurance would be fulfilled at the earliest.
