Jammu, November 03 (Scoop News)-A warm welcome was accorded to Altaf Ahmad Wani (Kaloo), Hon’ble Minister for Rural Development, Forest and Panchayati Raj, at the National Conference Provincial Headquarters, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, yesterday evening.
Addressing the gathering, Altaf Ahmad Kaloo said that the Omar Abdullah-led Government is committed to ensuring all-round and inclusive development of Jammu and Kashmir, with special emphasis on far-flung, remote and neglected areas of both Kashmir and Jammu divisions. He categorically assured that there would be no discrimination against any region or division and that equitable development would remain the government's priority.
The Minister said that significant progress has been initiated in strengthening road connectivity, with more than 600 schemes and projects taken up. Similarly, around 200 Jal Shakti schemes and projects have either been initiated or are in the pipeline. He particularly mentioned the recent foundation-laying of drinking-water project of Rs 1.24 crore for Udhampur city by the Hon’ble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, reflecting the Government's commitment to providing basic amenities to the people.
He further said that considerable attention is being paid to improving healthcare facilities in hospitals, the functioning of educational institutions, including schools and colleges, and strengthening essential infrastructure in both rural and urban areas. The Government is determined to ensure that the benefits of development reach every section of society, particularly people living in far-flung and underserved areas.
Addressing the gathering, Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President JKNC Jammu, said that under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, the National Conference has emerged stronger and more united than ever since 1996.
He said the results of the 2024 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, in which the National Conference secured 42 seats, clearly demonstrate the people's renewed faith in the party's secular ideology, public service, sacrifices and commitment to the welfare of every section of society.
Gupta asserted that the National Conference is not merely a political organisation but a movement rooted in the aspirations, sacrifices and unity of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He said the party would continue to strengthen its grassroots presence and work tirelessly to fulfil the promises made to the people.
He reiterated that the Omar Abdullah-led Government would leave no stone unturned in ensuring equitable development, social justice, employment opportunities and better civic amenities, while safeguarding the interests of both Jammu and Kashmir regions.
He urged party workers to strengthen their public outreach and act as a bridge between the Government and the people so that their genuine grievances are addressed promptly.
Among others who were present included: Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, Bimla Luthra former MLA, Bushan Lal Bhat former MLC, Vijay Lochan Chairman SC Cell, Tejinder Pal Singh Aman Provincial President Jammu YNC, Harshvardhan Singh President NCSU, Rajni Devi Working President women wing, Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President Central Zone, Nar Singh President Labor Wing, Dr Shamshad Shan former DDC Chairman, Chander Mohan Sharma District President Jammu Urban, Subash Bhagat District President Jammu Rural A, Laxmi Datta Senior leader, Rita Gupta, Dilshad Malik, Ashok Kumar Attri Vice Presidents Central Zone, Nadeem Choudhary District President ST Jammu Urban, S. Gurnam Singh District Secretary Jammu Urban, Bhadur Lal, Dev Raj, Rajeshwar Singh, Anjum Bashir Vice Presidents Jammu YNC, Rahul Attri, Sahil Chib, Attal Singh, Sukhdev Singh Block President and other party functionaries were also present.
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