Jammu: Minister of State for External Affairs Rajkumar Ranjan Singh on Friday said many changes are visible in the development sphere, including completion of mega projects, the progress of ongoing developmental works, and implementation of different centrally sponsored schemes, after the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir.
He said the present dispensation is trying its best to bring Jammu and Kashmir on the glorious path of development. As part of the central government's public outreach programme, Singh today visited Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district and listened to public demands. He inaugurated various developmental works and projects of the rural development departments in Ramnagar, Kulwanta, and Parlidhar blocks of the Udhampur district.
The MoS also distributed 'Mamta kits', sports kits under Khelo India, Sehat cards under Ayushmann Bharat Scheme, domicile certificates, e- Sharam cards, and wheelchairs, besides handing over power tiller machines and maize shellers among the beneficiaries. While addressing the gathering, the union minister said, "After the abrogation of Article 370 from J&K, many changes are visible in the field of development like completion of mega projects, the progress of ongoing developmental works, and implementation of different centrally sponsored schemes in J&K."
The MoS expressed satisfaction over the implementation of several government schemes in the district. He appreciated the efforts of the district administration as well as various departments for the effective implementation of government schemes on the ground. The Union Minister of State appreciated the wonderful arrangements made by the district administration with the chance given to everyone who wanted to put up a point.
Regarding the establishment of the third tier of Panchayati Raj Institutions in the UT, the minister observed that with the PRIs, the developmental process accelerated with full zeal and dedication for the socio-economic upliftment of common people. He said the government is committed to empowering panchayats through the devotion of funds, functions, and functionaries as local representatives are well aware of the needs of their areas and can resolve the issues on priority with the best solution.
Commenting on the natural assets and scenic beauty of J&K, Singh said that the Jammu region has huge tourism potential as well as the potential of channelising the local produce of vegetables into an organised venture. While underscoring the importance of New Education Policy 2020, he added that the new policy paves the way for reforms in the education sector and the government is committed to providing quality education to the students.
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(PTI)
