Local authorities in wilayas affected by recent forest fires are significantly expediting compensation payments to victims. This accelerated operation is being carried out with a clear objective: to allow families to resume their activities and return to normal life as quickly as possible, in direct accordance with instructions issued by the President of the Republic. This concerted push comes ahead of a critical deadline set for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. The swift action is intended to ensure timely and full support for those profoundly impacted by the devastating fires, ensuring that aid reaches them before the established timeframe expires.
Jijel Compensation Efforts
In Jijel province, the compensation operation for losses suffered by farmers is ongoing and has been notably intensified. The Director of Agricultural Services for Jijel province, Bilal Chenouia, confirmed that his department is continuing the compensation operation for victims within Jijel province, focusing particularly on the affected mechtas. This ongoing effort specifically addresses losses sustained by farmers, with distributions of sheep, cattle, and livestock feed occurring continuously, day and night, to mitigate the immediate impact on livelihoods. A considerable quantity of livestock feed has already arrived in Jijel and has been directly distributed to the affected individuals, ensuring that vital resources reach those who need them most without delay. The authorities are working diligently to ensure that farmers receive the necessary resources to recover from the fire damage and rebuild their agricultural operations.
Guelma's Accelerated Payouts
Meanwhile, in Guelma province, the compensation operation for fire victims is also accelerating, with payments for poultry farmers having commenced as a priority. Rahamnia Rachid, the Director of Agricultural Services for Guelma province, indicated that his department has begun compensating farmers in the poultry sector, recognizing the immediate economic impact on these businesses. This initial phase of the operation has accounted for approximately 20,500 broiler chickens and 5,500 laying hens, representing a significant portion of the immediate losses in this sector. The compensation process will continue systematically to cover all victims affected by the fires in the province, ensuring full support for their recovery across various agricultural activities. The swift implementation reflects the broader effort by local authorities to expedite aid ahead of the established deadline, aiming to provide prompt relief to all affected residents.
Presidential Directive and Deadline
The overarching efforts to compensate victims of the recent forest fires are being conducted under a direct presidential directive. This instruction mandates the rapid acceleration of compensation payments to all affected individuals and communities, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. The overarching goal is to facilitate the swift resumption of normal activities and daily life for those impacted by the blazes, minimizing long-term disruption. Local authorities across the affected wilayas, including Jijel and Guelma, are working tirelessly to meet a critical deadline set for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. The expedited process ensures that financial aid and material support, such as livestock and feed, reach victims promptly, aligning with the directive for full and timely assistance to help communities rebuild and recover their livelihoods.
