The traders of Handwara have expressed gratitude to the newly elected President and General Secretary of the Traders Federation Handwara for fulfilling their long-pending demand of installing drinking water tanks at several locations across the sub-district. Speaking to the media, local shopkeepers hailed the initiative as a major relief for both traders and the general public. They appreciated the federation’s efforts and urged authorities to prioritize the installation of streetlights and the construction of footpaths to further enhance public convenience in the town. General Secretary of the Traders Federation Handwara, Malik Abdul Rasheed, said the initiative was launched in the interest of both local residents and the business community. He extended his gratitude to MLA Handwara, the Executive Officer of the Municipal Committee Handwara, the PHE Department, and the Handwara administration for their support in making the project successful. Malik added that the federation remains committed to addressing issues faced by traders and the public and will continue working for the overall welfare and development of Handwara.