- ‘5 Years of UT Era of Peace, Prosperity & Development’
- Slams Politicians For Missing Foundation Day
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Thursday said that J&K is a Union Territory and that reality must be accepted by all.
Sinha was addressing the J&K UT Foundation Day celebrations in Srinagar.
In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated and extended his felicitations to the people of Jammu Kashmir on the occasion. He extended his gratitude to every section of the society, Police, Security Forces, Administrative apparatus and all stakeholders for their contribution to J&K’s progress and working tirelessly for a secure and prosperous Union Territory.
“It is a reality that J&K is a UT today and members have taken oath and affirmed their true faith and allegiance to the Constitution. When it becomes a state, we will definitely celebrate statehood day. The Prime Minister and Home Minister have assured that statehood will be given at an appropriate time,” the LG said.
He criticised the politicians who did not attend the Union Territory Foundation Day, saying it reflected their “dual character.”
“I am seeing that those who took oath as MLA of a Union Territory and often refer to the Constitution of India (are not here),” Sinha said in his address at the UT’s fifth Foundation Day.
The National Conference did not attend the event, nor did People’s Conference leader Sajad Gani Lone and CPI(M) leader Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, who said the administration went ahead with the programme despite people “clearly voting” against it.
Sharing J&K’s exceptional journey towards peace, progress and prosperity, the Lt Governor said the achievements of the past 5 years of transformation is a report card of the commitment of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the people of J&K.
“I am happy today J&K stands proudly on the national stage- tall, self-reliant, and full of self-confidence. A strong foundation has been laid for speedy development in all the sectors. Under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister, we have fulfilled the aspirations of the people,” the LG said.
On the occasion, the LG highlighted the progressive policies and reforms and the unprecedented growth registered across the sectors in J&K.
Our economic fundamentals are strong. Peace, stability, rule of law and time-tested democratic values make J&K UT an attractive investment destination. The confidence of investors in Jammu Kashmir is reflected in the highest ever inflows of investment in the past four years, he said. The LG also reiterated his commitment for the extension of the new industrial development scheme in J&K.
Speaking on the achievements registered in the Banking sector, the LG highlighted that the J&K Bank is one of the greatest turnaround success stories of the UT.
In 2019-20, the bank has reported a loss of Rs.1139 Cr. It reported a profit of Rs. 1700 Cr in the year 2023-24. In current FY, J&K Bank clocked Rs. 991 Cr in profit, he added.
On the occasion, Sinha called upon the people to remain united, identify and isolate anti-national elements and those disrupting the peace. “My dream is to see that every family is prosperous. My dream is to see faster development of the infrastructure, industries and fruits of growth reach the last person in the queue,” the LG said.
On the delay in Panchayat and urban local bodies elections, Sinha said these polls had to be deferred due to some constitutional issues.
“The Panchayati Raj institutions and the ULBs have a big contribution in the development of Jammu and Kashmir. Due to some constitutional difficulties, those elections could not be held. There were Lok Sabha and Assembly elections and reservation for OBCs was not extended yet,” he said.
“Now Parliament has passed it (OBC reservation), I am sure preparations are being made for those polls in coming days,” he added.
On the occasion, beneficiaries under different government schemes shared their success stories.
The event also featured impressive performances by the artists celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Jammu Kashmir.
Gulam Ali Khatana, Member of Parliament; B R Sharma, Election Commissioner J&K; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Administrative Secretaries, senior officers of Security Forces, Civil and Police Administration, and prominent citizens from all walks of life were present.
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