SRINAGAR: In this month’s “Awaam ki Awaaz” programme, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha underscored efforts to foster social justice and build an Atmanirbhar Jammu Kashmir. Additionally, he highlighted 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, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji established Social Justice in Jammu and Kashmir, ensuring everyone has access to equal opportunities and resources for the well-being and prosperity of marginalized sections of society,” the Lt Governor said.
He stated that the vision of “Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas” and “Sabka Prayas” has removed developmental imbalances and put Jammu and Kashmir on the path of accelerated and inclusive development.
“No future-oriented society can progress without people-centered governance. Our vision is to ensure that growth reaches all sections of society, and measures for equitable access to opportunities are further strengthened,” the Lt Governor observed.
The historic decision of the inclusion of Paharis, Padari Tribes, Koli, and Gadda Brahmin in the Scheduled Tribes list, while safeguarding the interests of Gujjar, Bakarwals, and other listed tribes, is a testimony to our commitment towards the empowerment of all, he said.
Dedicating the 35th edition of the “Awaam ki Awaaz” programme to Unsung Heroes and Nari Shakti of Jammu and Kashmir, the Lt Governor lauded Bandipora’s Ms Shabnam Bashir for her significant contribution to society and standout efforts for the revival of tribal culture.
He made a special mention of Ms 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 revolutionize and shape the young minds, the Lt Governor 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 Lt Governor for their inspirational journeys in fields like entrepreneurship, promotion of Dogri Folk, Basohli art and painting; mushroom cultivation and establishment of Polygreen house unit.
In this month’s episode, the Lt Governor paid homage to Thakur Raghunath Singh, a nationalist thinker-writer, and recalled his significant contribution to the promotion of Dogri language and culture.
