‘VIKAS’ Solution To Every Problem In Kashmir: Modi  

Srinagar—Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described ‘vikas’ (development) as solution to every problem, dispute and disagreement in Kashmir even asked “elected representatives and other groups” to put across “whatever they were to tell to special representative appointed by the government of India.” 

“The solution to every problem, dispute and disagreement is only Vikas, vikas, vikas (development, development, development) and vikas (development),” said Modi in his speech in Srinagar, after inaugurating a slew of development projects.

“The government has appointed special representative (Dineshwar Sharma) for holding dialogue with “all groups to strengthen the peace process”. “All all those who want to talk should express it. Our representative is trying to strengthen the peace process. Kashmiryat and Jamooriyat connection has to be strengthen. The civil society, intellectuals and religious leaders need to put their all energies should be on progress of J&K. Because vikas (development) will made a new J&K stable, peaceful and progressive,” he added.

Modi described the Ramazan ceasefire “a chance for youth to have a stable and progressive J&K” and “an awakening call to those who exploit Islam”. 

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“The Ramzan ceasefire is not mere a ceasefire but an awakening call to those who exploit Islam. Many countries, which had chose a certain path, are looking for return routes now. Those youths influenced by foreign forces and attack their own motherland should join the mainstream and take an active participation in J&K’s progress and contribute to its pride,” said Modi in his speech in Srinagar, after inaugurating a slew of development projects.

He said the Centre will provide all support be make J&K a crown of the country, while terming his visit during Ramzan “a privilege”.

 “J&K for centuries has been sons of the same mother India. Mother’s milk will see no split ever. This land has always been welcoming and rooted in secular traditions. (Former prime minister) Atal Bihari Vajpayee was in awe of J&K’s Kashmiriyat. Modi is also a disciple of it,” said the Prime Minister, while reiterating his Red Fort speech, “Na gali, na goli say, har kashmiri ko galay lagayna ki zaroorat hai (Neither abuse, not bullet but embracing every Kashmiri is need of the hour).

The Prime Minister said J&K can be part of new India with best education, best hospitals, best airports and best roads. “There are forces that do not want J&K to be progressive and happy. We have to fight these foreign forces. Every stone and weapon be sued to bring J&K out of this (turmoil),” said Modi.

The Prime Minister, who was on his first visit to the state after announcing suspension of anti-militancy operations during holy month of Ramzan, said there are foreign powers at play in the state which do not want development of Jammu and Kashmir. 

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Modi said the youths need to join mainstream development of India and of Kashmir for their future and that of coming generation.

He said the central and the state government have policy, intent and capability to take decisions to solve development issues of the state. 

“I would urge everyone to channelise their energies in the development of the state. The solution to every problem is only development, development, development,” he said.

He praised government forces for their coordination and hardships they face in J&K. The Prime Minister started and concluded his speech in Kashmiri: “Khodah devnay khosh to khoshhal (May God bless you and keep you happy).

The Prime Minister dedicated to the nation the 330-MW Kishenganga Power Project constructed in the Gurez area of Kashmir.

Modi also laid the foundation stone for the Srinagar Ring Road at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) Srinagar.

The 42.1 km, four-lane Srinagar Ring Road will link Galandar in West Srinagar to Sumbal in Badnipora district.

The Ring Road in Srinagar is aimed at reducing traffic congestion in these cities and making road travel safer, faster, more convenient and more environment friendly.

“Not a single year has passed since I took over as the prime minister when I did not visit the state,” he said.

The prime minister said this month is to remember Prophet Mohammad’s teaching and message.

“The lessons of equality and brotherhood from his life can take country and the world forward in true sense,” he said.

The prime minister said it was a happy coincidence that the ceremony for handing over the project is taking place in the month of Ramzan.

“The project will not only provide free but also sufficient power to the state.

A large portion of power requirements of the state are supplied from other parts of the country.

This 330 MW project will solve the shortage of power issue to a considerable extent,” he said.

The prime minister said the government is trying to provide power to every house in the state under the Saubhagya scheme.

He said an important part of Jammu and Kashmir’s development is tourism but it cannot run on old methods.

“The tourists now want facilities. They do not want to be stuck in narrow lanes for hours. They want continuous power supply, they want hygiene. Better air connectivity,” he said, adding that the government was working for a modern ecosystem that is required for the development of tourism.

“There will be an increase in tourists in J and K with stronger ecosystem. The youths of the state will get new employment opportunity with it,” he said.

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