Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated several key infrastructure projects, custom hiring centres for farmers and poly greenhouses for self-help groups in Baramulla district, officials said.
Sinha also laid the foundation stone of various projects, they added.
The projects dedicated to the public have the potential to bring transformation not only in Baramulla but in the entire Jammu & Kashmir, the LG said.
The upgradation of Narbal-Tangmarg road will further strengthen the connectivity, he added.
He also congratulated the people, public representatives, Deputy Commissioner and the entire district administration for the ‘Excellence in Public Service Administration’ award to Baramulla in the Aspirational District category, conferred by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
“This aspirational district has transformed itself into a centre of economic importance in the last few years. The quality of life that the citizens of Baramulla had dreamed for a long time is being fulfilled to a large extent,” Sinha said.
Paying homage to “lion of Baramulla” Maqbool Sherwani, he said the youth of the district are scripting new milestones in various sectors and making significant contributions in nation building.
“Youth are the custodians of our future and they have a significant role to play in J&K’s progress. In order to provide an opportunity for our youth and sportspersons to demonstrate their skills, we are making all possible efforts and this mission will continue in the future,” said the LG.
The LG called upon the PRI members and all the stakeholders for their active participation in effective implementation of the holistic agriculture development programme and other development endeavours of the government.
“Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) offers an opportunity to empower ¾th population of J&K. We have to ensure that Kisan Sampark Abhiyan benefits more farmers and subsequent interventions lead to sustained growth and development,” he added.
Sinha urged the people to isolate those elements who are trying to disrupt peace.
“India is leading the world in digital revolution, growth, and is set to become the 3rd largest economy in the world. We must aim higher and create an environment for excellence, so that J&K can collectively contribute in realizing the dream of building our country as a global superpower,” he observed.
Safina Baig, DDC chairperson Baramulla, highlighted various developmental issues and demands of district Baramulla and sought the intervention of LG for their early redressal.
Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir also shared his views on the impact of HADP in the lives of farmers of J&K UT.
The projects inaugurated by LG also include Water Supply Schemes at Kreeri, Ushkura, Singhbagh and Cherdari and 6.3 MVA, 33/11 KV Receiving station Nehalpora.
The projects for which foundation stone was laid today include construction of hostel block and classroom block for Government Degree College Uri, and installation of entry gate near Amargrah Bypass and District Library Baramulla.
The LG also distributed wheelchairs, tricycles and medical aids to the beneficiaries on the occasion.
Dr. Syed Sehrish Asgar, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, senior officials of civil administration and police, PRI members, farmers and people in large numbers were present.
