Jammu- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday assured that PM Package employees in Jammu and Kashmir would receive the same benefits as other government employees in the Union Territory. Speaking at the ‘Navreh Samaroh’ organized by the Kashmiri Pandit Sabha at Amphalla, Jammu, he emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing their concerns.
“Appropriate steps will be taken to ensure that all benefits available to J&K government employees are extended to PM Package employees as well,” Sinha said, reaffirming the administration’s support.
The Lieutenant Governor also reiterated the central government’s commitment to the dignified return of Kashmiri Pandits to the Valley, stating that efforts were underway to create a conducive environment for their rehabilitation.
Addressing the gathering, Sinha called upon the younger generation to celebrate the nine days of Navratri as Nari Shakti Utsav, advocating for equal opportunities for women in all spheres of life.
Praising the contributions of the Kashmiri Pandit community in Jammu and Kashmir’s growth and nation-building, Sinha highlighted their deep spiritual and cultural roots in the region. He also lauded the efforts of the Kashmiri Pandit Sabha and other organizations in preserving and promoting their heritage.
Emphasizing unity and diversity, the Lieutenant Governor urged people to rise above differences and strengthen the social fabric of Jammu and Kashmir.
The event was attended by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, former DGP Kuldeep Khoda, Kashmiri Pandit Sabha President K K Khosa, senior Vice President Deepak Dhar, other office-bearers, senior officials, and prominent citizens.
Urges People To Promote Unity
Sinha urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to rise above narrow considerations and promote unity.
Attending an event to mark the 453rd Prakash Utsav of Goswami Guru Nabha Dass Maharaj, the lieutenant governor highlighted the “eternal relevance” of his teachings and immense contribution to “our composite culture”.
Guru Nabha Dass guided humanity to live an honest, truthful and virtuous life, Sinha said.
“Through his works, the revered sage not only inspired society towards the path of devotion but also revitalised Indian civilisation and culture, reinstilling self-confidence in society,” he said.
“Guru Nabha Dass emphasised awakening and unity in society, advocating that the feeling of brotherhood should unite the entire society. He also believed that compassion in every human being should lead to service,” he added.
Sinha reiterated his call for people to rise above narrow considerations and promote human unity.
The progressive teachings of Guru Nabha Dass aimed to create an ideal community without divisions or discrimination to strengthen social equity, the lieutenant governor added.
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