Ganderbal: Jammu and Kashmir BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul on Friday strongly defended the VB GRAM-G (Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission – Gramin) Bill, terming it a transformational, pro-poor initiative aimed at empowering rural India and dismantling decades of economic neglect.
Addressing a district-level convention at the Town Hall in Ganderbal, Koul categorically rejected attempts by certain political forces to mislead people by spreading misinformation about the Bill.
J&K BJP General Secretary Anwar Khan, secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, District President Ganderbal Ghulam Hussain Rather, co-incharge All Cells Bilal Parray, and others were also present on the occasion.
“Some political elements, rattled by the BJP’s pro-people agenda, are deliberately maligning the VB GRAM-G Bill with baseless and communal narratives. Let me make it absolutely clear—VB GRAM-G is about guaranteed employment, livelihood security, and dignity for the rural poor, not the politics of deception,” Koul asserted.
He emphasized that VB GRAM-G is a landmark step towards employment generation, rural empowerment, and inclusive development, designed especially for labourers, farmers, youth, women, and marginalized sections.
“This Bill is about strengthening village economies, ensuring sustainable livelihoods, and giving rural citizens the confidence to build their future with dignity. The BJP believes in development on the ground, not hollow slogans,” he added.
Koul urged party leaders and workers to take the message of VB GRAM-G door-to-door, especially in rural and far-flung areas, so that people are not misled by false propaganda and can fully benefit from the scheme.
Mohammad Anwar Khan, while addressing the gathering, launched a sharp attack on the current administration, accusing it of betraying public trust.
“The Chief Minister’s recent remarks reflect a desperate attempt to divert attention from his government’s failures. The people gave a decisive mandate based on promises, but what we see today is stagnation. Manifesto commitments exist only on paper, while ground-level development is missing,” Khan said.
He stated that the BJP remains committed to accountability, performance, and real development, unlike those who rely on excuses and blame games.
