Says no future-oriented society can progress without people-centered governance
Jammu: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi established social justice in the Union Territory after over seven decades of India’s independence.
He said the vision of his administration is to ensure that growth must reach all sections of society and measures for equitable access to opportunities are further strengthened.
Speaking at his monthly ‘Awaam Ki Awaaz’ radio programme, the LG, according to an official press release the LG highlighted efforts of the government to provide social justice to build an ‘Atmanirbhar’ (self-reliant) Jammu and Kashmir.
He also shared the stories of beneficiaries and inspiring unsung heroes who have become embodiments of transformation in ‘Naya Jammu Kashmir’.
“After more than seven decades of India’s independence, the prime minister established social justice in J&K, which ensured everyone has access to equal opportunities and resources and well-being and prosperity of marginalised sections of society,” the LG said.
He said “the vision of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas’ has removed developmental imbalances and put J&K on the path of accelerated and inclusive development.
“No future-oriented society can progress without people-centred governance. Our vision is to ensure that growth must reach all sections of society and measures for equitable access to opportunities are further strengthened,” he said.
He said the “historic” decision of the inclusion of Paharis, Padari Tribes, Koli and Gadda Brahmin in Scheduled Tribes list while safeguarding the interest of Gujjar, Bakarwals and other listed tribes is a testimony to the government’s commitment towards the empowerment of all.
Dedicating the 35th edition of ‘Awaam ki Awaaz programme’ to unsung heroes and ‘Nari Shakti‘ (women power) of Jammu & Kashmir, the LG also paid homage to Thakur Raghunath Singh, a nationalist thinker-writer and recalled his significant contribution to the promotion of Dogri language and culture.
He also congratulated and commended Padma Shri recipients Dogri folk singer Romalo Ram and master craftsman Ghulam Nabi Dar of Srinagar for preserving and promoting the rich art and heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.
Sinha made a special mention of Waheeda Akhtar from Budgam who overcame immense challenges and serves as an inspiration to women in the area and helping in their economic empowerment.
“Reva Raina from Jammu is promoting values-based education using sports in different schools. Her vision and selflessness have helped revolutionise and shape the young minds,” the LG said.
Udhampur’s Anita Sharma and Shahnaz Bano; Sunita Devi from Kathua; Medhavi Sharma; Saras Bharti; Baramulla’s Nazish Rashid, Mehbooba Akhtar of Ganderbal and Lakshmi, a resident of Samba also received a special mention from LG for their inspirational journeys in fields like entrepreneurship, promotion of Dogri folk, Basohli art and painting; mushroom cultivation and establishment of poly greenhouse unit.
The LG shared the suggestions received from Dr Syed Saileen from Srinagar, Priya Varma from Reasi and Insha Manzoor from Pulwama on women’s health, well-being and safety and issued necessary directions to the concerned departments for appropriate action.
He also voiced the inspiring thoughts of Rishu Gupta from Samba, Kupwara’s Neelofar Bukhari, Chanchal Kumari from Udhampur and Arifa Ara from Budgam pertaining to financial literacy among women, entrepreneurship and leadership roles for women.
