Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today handed over appointment orders to 124 candidates from the Jammu Division under the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme and SRO-43 at the Convention Centre Jammu. He called for expediting the process and to see what further reforms are needed in the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS) to address existing gaps and ensure timely completion of the appointment process.
Addressing the beneficiaries, the Chief Minister expressed solidarity with families who have endured hardships, calling these appointments a step towards support, stability, and dignity in difficult times.He urged the appointees to serve with dedication, integrity, and compassion, emphasizing that they should carry forward the legacy of service of their loved ones with commitment and pride.
The initiative reflects the government’s commitment to rehabilitation and employment for deserving families, providing them with a sustainable source of livelihood while recognizing their contributions and sacrifices.Acknowledging the hardships faced by the beneficiaries and the delays in the process, he said that the intent behind revising SRO-43 was to expedite appointments, but certain shortcomings have come to light during its implementation.“We are aware of the difficulties you have gone through and also that the process took longer than it should have. There is a need to make further changes in the scheme so that appointments are completed swiftly and efficiently,” he said.
The Chief Minister added that the government is committed to refining the scheme to ensure that such delays are minimized in future. “It should not happen that appointments meant to be made in previous years are delivered much later. We will identify the gaps and bring necessary improvements,” he assured.
In an emotional address to the appointees, the Chief Minister said that while government employment is usually a moment of joy, such appointments under RAS come after an irreplaceable personal loss. Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Sogami, was also present on the occasion.“Getting a government job is often the happiest day in one’s life, but in your case, it comes after losing a loved one. The trauma you endure is far greater than any examination. In many ways, it is more difficult than clearing even the toughest competitive exams,” he said.
He said he chose to personally hand over the appointment letters to convey the government’s empathy and solidarity with the affected families. “We could have sent these orders to your homes, but I wanted to be here to assure you that the government stands with you in this difficult time,” he added.Reaffirming government support, he said, “My colleagues and I are always available. If you face any difficulty, do not hesitate to reach out. We will do our best to assist you.”
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