Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Thursday said the speed of infrastructure development was accelerated manifold in the last five years and hundreds of projects stalled for decades were fast-tracked.
Sinha made these remarks as he paid tributes to General Zorawar Singh here.
According to an official press release, addressing a commemorative event organized by General Zorawar Singh Memorial Educational and Charitable Trust, at Gulshan Ground Jammu, the LG spoke on General Zorawar Singh’s military campaigns in Ladakh, Baltistan, Tibet and highlighted his contribution to the expansion of the Dogra empire.
“The life and work of great persons always inspire others. General Zorawar Singh’s leadership inspired millions to unite for the cause of an equitable path of growth. His vision and values guide us to work for those sections of the society who have got left behind,” the LG said.
The LG shared the efforts of the government, “under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi”, to honour the contributions of personalities like General Zorawar Singh. He also spoke on the transformation taking place in J&K in the past few years, and reiterated that equality and social justice was the top priority for the government, the press release said.
“Public welfare is my ‘Dharma’ and ‘Kartavya’. It is being ensured that the benefits of the development reach all the sections of the society without any discrimination,” he said.
He said that the progressive and citizen-centric policies of the government have strengthened the faith of the common man in the governance system.
“Speed of infrastructure development was accelerated manifold in the last five years and hundreds of projects stalled for decades were fast-tracked. Now, the ideals of democracy and the values enshrined in the Constitution have become an integral part of the governance process,” the LG added.
On the occasion, the LG appreciated the members of General Zorawar Singh Memorial Educational and Charitable Trust for their endeavours to make the young generation aware of the inspiring saga of General Zorawar Singh.
He also called upon the youth to selflessly serve society and contribute towards nation-building. “I have full faith that together we will realize the resolve of Developed India,” he said.
