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of 4 Sikh, Hindu Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Various social and political organisations have widely condemned the massacre of four members of minority Sikh and Hindu communities......more Minister
inaugurates tube well at Mishriwala Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Works Minister, Mr Ali Mohammed Sagar today cautioned that division of people of Jammu and Kashmir on the basis....more Lok Jan
Shakti to fight Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: State president of the Lok Jan Shakti Party Peerzada Abdul Hamid today declared that his Party......more Impressive
Merry Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: An impressive Merry Christmas procession was taken out by the Jammu and Kashmir Christian Association here today......more |
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BJP hails
Centre Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 22: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state vice president, Mr Kuldeep Raj Gupta today welcomed the Union Government decision for ....more Cong
will not allow Resettlement Act to implement Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Criticising ruling State Government for bringing out controversial Resettlement Act from ......more Parryware
launches Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: To provide economical and quality products to the people of Jammu region, the Chennai based Parryware Company today launched its new products in the City of Temples.......more CM
deputes ministers to affected villages Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec 22: Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah has strongly condemned the killing of innocent women in Posh Kreeri and Hugam .........more |
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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: A grand colourful function was organised in the premises of Atman High School to celebrate Idul-Fitr and Christmas, in which the students and members of the staff took part with great enthusiasm, fun, joy and happiness. An all-faith prayer was also held on the occasion in which the students presented " Aits" from Holy Quran, "Shalookas" from Ved-Granthas, quotes from The Bible and Shabads from Guru Granth Sahab. Nasreen Khan, State Commissioner (Guides) JK Bharat Scouts and Guides was the chief guest. The children on the occasion presented a colorful programme including dance items, skills, mono-acting, group dances, folk dances and patriotic songs, which were highly appreciated. The main attraction was the inter-house tree decoration competition in which the students of all the houses and the schools, exhibited their talent. Mrs Khan in her speech appreciated the performance of the children in the show. Administrator of the school, I D Soni in his speech laid stress on the need of understanding each others religion. Among others present on the occasion included Sanjay Mahajan, Chairman Atman Society, BB Sharma, School Principal and Mrs Ranju Mahajan, Vice Principal. At the concluding, there came three Santa Clauses with gifts and sweets for the children and all others present there. It was decided that the school will remain closed for winter breaks from December 25 to January 1, 2002. |
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of 4 Sikh, Hindu women in Anantnag Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Various social and political organisations have widely condemned the massacre of four members of minority Sikh and Hindu communities in Poshkreeri and Hugam villages in Anantnag. The State CPI(M) condemned the dastardly and inhuman killings of the members of the minority community in village Poshkreeri and Hugam of district Anantnag. The killings of female members and injury to others is a sad reminder that the forces of hate don’t spare even the women folk in pursuit of their nefarious designs. The CPI(M) expressed its condolence to the family members and prayed for the peace to the departed soul. A meeting of Shiromani Akali Dal, J&K was held under the patronage of Mahant Manjit Singh of Dera Shiromani Nangali Sahib, Poonch regarding the massacre of innocent Sikh women. All the speakers condemned the cold blooded murders of innocent and peace loving women of minority community. They further resented the failure of the State Government which had time and again assured the protection of minorities living in far-flung areas of the State. They demanded immediate deployment of security forces in the isolated villages of minority community. Mr Mohinder Singh, chief organisor, Bhai Kanahiya Nishkam Seva Society condemned the killing of members of minority community in Anantnag and said that the State as well as Central Governments have totally failed to protect the minority community despite the fact that time and again requests have been made to the Government for the security of minority community. He demanded that Union Home Minister Mr L K Advani and Defence Minister Mr George Fernandes should step down owing to moral responsibility of these killings. Kul Hind Nove Soan Kashmir Front condemned the attack on the minority community members and conveyed sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed for the peace to the departed souls. A meeting of SAD (B) Kashmir was held here today wherein killing of members of minority community was highly condemned and said that administration in Anantnag has failed to protect minority community members of village Poshkreeri. District Gurudwara Parbandhak Committee condemned the killing of minority community members in Anantnag and conveyed sympathies to the bereaved family. The Committee also prayed for the peace to the departed soul. Shiromani Akali Dal (Mann) condemned the brutal killing of Sikh women folk in Anantnag and demanded strict action against those involved in heinous crime. Pradesh Janta Dal (United) condemned the killing of minority community members in Anantnag and said that the tall claims of National Conference that the minorities in Valley are provided fool proof security proved hollow. Mr Rajiv Chunni, president of Bhartiya Janta Sharnarthi Morcha and Chairman SOS For Refugees Organisation condemned the brutal killing of minority community members in Anantnag and held the State Government responsible for the increase in militancy related incidents in the State. He conveyed sympathies to the bereaved families and prayed for the eternal peace to the departed soul. Executive Committee members of All State Kashmiri Pandit Conference condemned the brutal killing of minority community members in Anantnag and said that this incident should be an eye opener for all those who are asking the Kashmiri Pandits to return to Valley. General secretary of Jammu District (Urban) Congress Committee Mr Krishan Lal Abrol has condemned the killings of women of minority community in two different incidents near Pahalgam and charged the National Conference Government with having failed to provide security to the minority community in Kashmir Valley and elsewhere. Senior Gujjar leader Mr Shamsheer Hakla Poonchi in a statement at Poonch condemned in strong words the killing of minority women by terrorists in Anantnag district and expressed sympathies with the bereaved families. He alleged that National Conference Government has utterly failed to safeguard the lives of innocent citizens. Mr Charanjeet Singh, senior leader Awami League condemned the killings of women of minority community in two different incidents in Anantnag and charged the National Conference Government with having failed to provide security to the minority community in Kashmir valley and elsewhere. He expressed sympathies with the bereaved families and prayed for the peace to the departed soul. Mr B L Bhat, NC MLC and Mr R L Pandita, District chief of NC Minority Cell and Mr M L Munshi, secretary Minority Cell condemned the brutal killing of innocent persons in Anantnag and conveyed sympathies to the bereaved families. They also prayed for the peace to the departed soul. |
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inaugurates tube well at Mishriwala Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Works Minister, Mr Ali Mohammed Sagar today cautioned that division of people of Jammu and Kashmir on the basis of religion or region goes to the advantage of Pakistan and terrorists. Addressing a public meeting while inaugurating a tube well at Mishriwala Migrant Camp near here today he said Pakistan is hell bent upon fomenting the communal tension in the state by killing innocent people. He said to achieve this design the Sikhs have been gunned down in Gurudwaras, Muslims in mosques and Hindus including Kashmiri Pandits in their religious places. Making a strong dig at protagonists of statehood movement for Jammu he said the people talking in those terms must know that Jammu is beyond Shahidi Chowk and Raghunath Bazar. He said National Conference (NC) has given many sacrifices in safeguarding the unity of the state and no body will be allowed to fragment it. Even during the last 12 years of the Pak sponsored terrorism hundreds of party men sacrificed their lives to maintain the unity of the state and keep the party flag unfurled. Without naming Hurriyat Conference the Minister said those who talked of the Talibanisation in Kashmir are now fed up and are ready for dialogue. This has not happened overnight but with the tireless efforts of Party and its workers who stood like a rock to defeat the designs of terrorists, he added. Cautioning the people of state against the nefarious and evil designs of Pakistan Mr Sagar said the country which created the Taliban took lead in eliminating them. Same treatment will meet the Kashmiris through her, he warned. The Minister said a conspiracy has been hatched to defame Islam which is the religion of humanity and peace. He said Islam is against the violence and killing of innocent people. He said terrorism has serious repercussions and this is the reason that Pakistan which was sponsoring terrorism has realised this fact now and has started talking of peace. The Works Minister said NC is committed to the development of the state and despite facing many hardships the Government gave priority to development of the state. He sad inauguration of tube well near the Camp site at Mishriwala was also a part of that commitment which the Chief Minister, Dr Farooq Abdullah had made with the people here last year. He said the work on the R&B road in the area is in progress while a water supply scheme for migrants has been completed at Udhampur. The Minister said though people of state suffered a lot during the 12 year long terrorism no body realised our problem at Centre. The situation is same at present also and though Dr Abdullah apprised every Central leader of the situation including Mrs Sonia Gandhi of Congress they never took it seriously, he alleged. But now they have realised what Dr Abdullah was telling them, he said and added that NC has raised the voice against the Pak sponsored terrorism when it was in peak in Punjab during 1983. He said it was Dr Abdullah who declared at that time that the terrorism in Punjab be crushed with iron hands otherwise it will grip the entire nation. But instead of taking action on our suggestions we were dubbed the supporters of Binderawale, he regretted. He said even allegations and propaganda was made that if NC will come to power it will go for Islamisation in J&K without realizing that it is the only party which can protect the pluralistic character of the state. He said we did not only keep the flag of secularism intact in the country but also fought against the two nation theory by giving a befitting reply to Pak aggressors in 1947. These were our cadres who gave the slogan "Hamlavar Khabardar, Ham Kashmiri Hain Tayar"(beware aggressors we Kashmiris are ready). The Minister however hailed the people of Jammu for exhibiting courage despite the provocations from the enemy who was bent upon creating communal tension in this region as well. He said the people of Jammu did not only maintain brotherhood but embraced the Kashmiri people irrespective of their religion during the mass exodus in 1990. Earlier speaking on the occasion, Mr Sat Paul Lakhotra MLA Raipur Damana said NC is committed to mitigate the sufferings of the people of the state. He while asking the masses to strengthen the hands of Dr Farooq Abdullah said NC is the only Party which is working for the development of all three regions in the state. NC MLC and Minority Cell general secretary, MR Bhushan Lal Bhat while speaking on the occasion reiterated that the return of the displaced people to their homes and hearths is top on the Government’s agenda. He also handed over a memorandum to Minister regarding the problems of the camp inmates. The Chief Engineer, PHE while giving the resume of the scheme said with its commissioning the water scarcity problems will be curtailed in the area. The Relief Commissioner Migrants, Mr Dalip Singh also accompanied the Minister during his visit. Among others Minority Cell organisor Messrs M K Talashi, district chief Rattan Lal Pandita, M L Munshi and Shiban Ji and chairman Camp Mishriwala Prem Nath were also present. Earlier the Mr Sagar was given a memorandum by the people of Anuradha Puram Barnai and Sharda Colony Patoli regarding laying of new water supply pipes in the area. |
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Lok Jan Shakti to fight Assembly poll on all seats Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: State president of the Lok Jan Shakti Party Peerzada Abdul Hamid today declared that his Party will fight the coming Assembly elections on all seats in the state. Talking to mediapersons here today he said in this regard the membership drive will be launched in entire state by the Party cadres soon. Criticising the State Government for alleged discrimination with Jammu region, he said the development funds earmarked for Jammu are being misutilised and the people of the region are deprived of their due share. He said the Jammu people who showed tremendous valour and courage in the adverse times facing the nation have been discriminated against by the State Government in the field of development, education and professional training. He said this is the cause of brewing resentment in the region and people have come in support to trifurcation. He also demanded that the migrants putting up at Belicharana be given at par benefits with Kashmiri migrants. He also released the Party manifesto which said the rapid economic development of the people of the country is only possible when the budgetary allocations reflect the needs and aspirations of poor, unemployed, under privileged and under nourished people of India. It said while continuing the process of economic reforms, the Party has resolved to develop the country on the basis of national consensus. On the agriculture front the Party manifesto said, Agriculture will be given the status of Industry and relaxation from all taxes. Moreover, the main focus will be on modernisation of agriculture farming. The Party will pay keen attention in implementation of land reforms vigorously and in order to make the land belonging to Dalits and Adivasis more productive a comprehensive national ‘Minor Irrigation Programme will be launched. Moreover, the Party’s priority will be legislation of agriculture labour. To boost the industry in the country the Party strongly feels that 15 per cent of the national budget be spent on Research and Development. On social justice, Peerzada said under a ten year programme all SCs, backwards, minorities and other weaker sections will be brought at par with other communities. Besides for reservations in senior level posts in judiciary a high powered judicial commission will be constituted and minorities will be given proper representation in police and para military forces. It said the special training facilities will be extended to SC and STs at all levels and the Government orders on reservations will be provided with legal backing. The economically weaker sections will be given special reservations in Government services. Peerzada said a three day long Party’s national workshop was held at Hardwar from December 7 to 9 in which stress was laid on free education to children upto the age of 14. |
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Impressive Merry Christmas procession taken out Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: An impressive Merry Christmas procession was taken out by the Jammu and Kashmir Christian Association here today. The procession which started from Shaheedi Chowk was inaugurated by Minister of Finance, Mr Abdul Rahim Rather by cutting the ribbon. The procession was led by Mr S M Gill MLC. Bishop Peter Celestine, Catholic Diocease of Srinagar Jammu and Bishop M N Nisar diocease of Church of God North India, Chandigarh were the guests of honour. Besides all the priests of the churches of Jammu from all the denominations, christian leaders and social workers participated in the procession. Among others who were present on the occasion include Messrs B L Bhat MLC NC, Waris Gill, president of the Association, Hamid Gill and R L Pandita, district president NC Minority Cell. Hundreds of members of Christian community participated in the Marry Christmas procession on camel backs and tractor trolleys. Leading them was a specially designed chariot carrying the Romeo Flag. The procession after passing through Residency Road, Link Road and Ustad Mohalla later culminated at Shaheedi Chowk. The people of other communities greeted their Christian brethren enroute on the eve of Marry Christmas that falls on December 25. The organisation is holding a special function in connection with the community Christmas celebrations at Sher Kashmir Bhawan tomorrow. To deal with any eventuality a big posse of police and security forces was deployed on all routes covering the procession. |
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BJP hails Centre for snapping ties with Pak Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 22: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state vice president, Mr Kuldeep Raj Gupta today welcomed the Union Government decision for snapping diplomatic ties with Pakistan over laters involvement in terroristic activities in India. In a statement issued here today, the BJP leader said the Government of India has taken a right decision by calling back the Indian High Commissioner from Islamabad and canceling the Samjota Express and Lahore Bus service from January 1, next year. He said Pakistan has betrayed India by sending the armed desperadoes inside the country for creating large scale disturbances despite India’s renewed efforts of peace and friendship. The BJP leader said enough is enough and attacking the State Legislature and Parliament the highest institutions of the Indian democracy is beyond tolerance of the common man and Pakistan deserves a befitting reply. He said the State of Jammu and Kashmir has suffered a lot due to 12 year long proxy war launched by Pakistan and now the enemy should not be allowed to take the people of state to ransom any more. He also demanded a probe into the killing of an SPO in Rajouri whose death is being termed as suicide by authorities. |
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Cong will not allow
Resettlement Act to implement Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Criticising ruling State Government for bringing out controversial Resettlement Act from the cold-storage, Pradesh Congress Committee chief Mohammed Shafi Qureshi today accused National Conference of hatching conspiracy to exploit religious sentiments of the people. Addressing a public meeting at Gandhi Nagar, PCC chief termed Resettlement Act as ‘Act of Destruction’ which, according to him, will uproot lakhs of people, who had migrated from Pakistan during partition and have settled in this region. "This Act will have dangerous ramification", he cautioned but asserted that Congress will not allow Government to implement this Act at any cost. "In 1982 when the then National Conference had introduced this Act in the Assembly, the State Congress party had strongly opposed that move", he recalled and declared that Congress will not hesitate to give any sacrifice for frustrating this move. Cautioning people against nefarious designs of National Conference, Mr Qureshi alleged that keeping in the view the forthcoming Assembly elections, State Government has been trying to exploit religious sentiments of the people. "Resettlement Act is an attempt to exploit sentiments of the people", he said and criticised Central Government for maintaining a silence over this controversial Act. "The way BJP has maintained a criminal silence over this issue indicates that State Government has brought this Act out with the connivance of Central Government", he said and exhorted the people to expose real face of the BJP. Mr Qureshi was of the view that with the bogey of Resettlement Act National Conference wants to exploit Muslim sentiments while BJP has been eyeing on Hindu votes. Coming down heavily on ruling National Conference for its failure to mitigate woes of the masses, Mr Qureshi regretted that it was very unfortunate that a non-serious person like Dr Farooq Abdullah was at the helm of the affairs in this State. "Farooq Government has nothing to do with the welfare of the masses, only aim of this Government is to make more and more money", he said and lambasted the Chief Minister for, what he alleged, doling out license to his Ministers to adopt corrupt practices and loot public exchequer. Pointing towards unholy nexus between BJP and NC, PCC chief expressed surprise that both the parties have entirely different ideologies but they are ‘ganged up’ only to loot public exchequer. Taking a dig at Ministers of the State Government, Mr Qureshi alleged that for the last five years NC leaders have amassed huge property. "Instead of providing shelter to the homeless people, NC leaders have constructed their buildings in almost all provinces of the State", he said and pointed towards the palatial house constructed by the Chief Minister, Dr Farooq Abdullah at Bathindi, Jammu. Shifting all blames on National Conference for the prevailing situation in the State, Mr Qureshi recalled it was National Conference under the leadership of Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah which had exploited sentiments of the people for more than 25 years in the name of plebiscite. Former Member Parliament and president of the Human Right cell of the PCC, Mr Janak Raj Gupta had organised the meeting. In his address he highlighted the problems being faced by the residents of border and rural areas. Prominent leaders of the PCC also attended the meeting. |
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Parryware launches new products Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: To provide economical and quality products to the people of Jammu region, the Chennai based Parryware Company today launched its new products in the City of Temples. Addressing a meeting of the dealers and sub-dealers of the region, Mr B Murlidharan, head of the marketing wing (North India) of the company, said that new products of the company were made specially for middle class. Highlighting features of the Oyster, Indus and Sutlej wash-basins, Mr Murlidharan said that Oyster basin is elegant shell-shaped basin with bolt fixing. It has matching half pedestral hides pipelines. It has revolutionary spring system for easy installation of pedestral. Mr Murlidharan, who came all the way from Delhi to attend the meeting, highlighted features of Sutlej and said that it has provision for bracket and bolt fixing. It is available with CTH or 3 semi punch tap holes. Regarding benefits of this wash-basin, he said that it is larger than trade size of 550x400 mm. It gives customers the choice during installation and matches the pedestal design. He further said that these wash basin are available in 15 colours. Listing other products of the company, Mr Murlidharan said that the company has introduced Kalahari water closet and Kalahari wash basin. While highlighting features of these products, he informed Kalahari is the latest from Parryware. It is available in white and several pleasing colours and it offers a wide range of choice. The Kalahari basin blends good look with a compact, space- saving design, creating more room in bathroom. He further said that Kalahari water closet is designed to operate with 7.5 litres of water and is suitable for use with standard seat covers. It is available with P and S trap and has finger touch flushing operation. Introducing another product before the dealers, Mr Murlidharan said that company has introduced Slimline polymer cistern which is new-age and of high quality. He further said that it comes with a specially polyurethane coating which gives it a high-glass finish similar to ceramics and matches sanitaryware colours. One can get an additional chrome-plated knob absolutely free. Highlighting other feature of the product, he said that it has been certified for quality from the Bureau of Indian Standards and has improved hygienes, with an anti-microbial flush knob. Mr Sanjeev Verma, Sales Executive of the company said that Parryware is a company of Murugappa Group established in 1856. Last year annual turn over of the company was more than Rs 4200 crores. He further said that it is a first company which has got ISO 9001 certification. He further informed that the company has appointed Messrs Tawi Building Materials, Aggarwal Traders, Patel Sanitary and Krishana Agencies (dealing in Johnson Pedder) as its authorised dealers. There are about 25 sub-dealers in the region. |
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CM deputes ministers to
affected villages Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec 22: Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah has strongly condemned the killing of innocent women in Posh Kreeri and Hugam villages in Anantnag district by militants, describing it as most cowardly, inhuman and barbaric act. In a message, the Chief Minister said the crimes being committed by the ultras, sponsored by perpetrators of violence from across the border, speak of the lowest depths they can go in furthering their evil agenda. Everyday the demon of terror is targeting innocent people in Jammu and Kashmir that has been subjected to destruction and devastation for the past 12 years. These acts are the biggest challenge that have to be met strongly and firmly as otherwise the terrorism will eat up the very vitals of the civilised society. Dr Abdullah asserted that those responsible for such lunatic acts would not go un- punished and appealed the people to maintain peace and unity. 'Unity is the biggest weapon to foil the enemies plan of dividing the peace loving people for achieving their ulterior motives', he said, adding that the inheritors of great ethos would never tolerate killing of their brethren as secularism has been the corner stone of Kashmir's rich traditions. The Chief Minister said the people of different faiths have been living in harmony in the Valley for centuries and such acts in the past have inflicted grave scar on the majority community that has been striving for strengthening the bonds of brotherhood and amity. Such acts would never deter the people from their chosen path, he said, adding that the majority community would not hesitate from giving any sacrifice in protecting the lives and honour of their minority brethren. Expressing shock over the incident, Dr Abdullah conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, saying the entire State shares their grief and agony. Meanwhile, on the instructions of the Chief Minister, Minister for Labour and Employment, S. Harbans Singh, Forest Minister, Peerzada Ghulam Ahmad Shah, Minister of State for Home, Mr. Khalid Najeeb Suharwardy and senior officers including Director General of Police, Mr. A. K. Suri visited the two villages and personally conveyed their condolences. Expressing shock over the incidents, the Ministers assured that security in minority pockets would be further tightened. |
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Sagar commissions water
supply scheme Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec 22: The Minister for Works, Mr. Ali Mohammad Sagar inaugurated water supply scheme at Mishriwala migrant camp which has been completed at an estimated cost of Rs 49.15 lakh. The scheme will benefit a population of 5500 souls and will cover 1000 single room tenements including community halls temples and latrine blocks. While addressing a mammoth gathering Mr. Sagar appreciated the role of engineers for working dedicately and commissioning the scheme in a record time and the commitment made by the Chief Minister, Dr. Farooq Abdullah to the people. He also said that the commitment made for providing protection works by the irrigation and flood control department has also been fulfilled. The other demands of the migrants and people of the area were also given a patient hearing by Mr. Sagar and he promised to fulfill the demands of the people. Mr. Sagar appealed people to remain vigilant and united as the country and especially the State of Jammu and Kashmir is passing through a very difficult situation and defeat the nefarious designs of the sessionist elements who are bent upon dividing the people on communal and regional ground to suit their own vested interest. The Minister during his tour was accompanied by the engineers of PHE department and prominent among those who spoke in the occasion were Mr. Bodh Raj Bali, Provincial President NC, Mr. Sat Paul Lakhotra MLC, Begum Zubeida Salaria, MLC, Smt. Bimla Luthra MLA and Mr. Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary NC. |
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Devolution of power necessary
for satiating Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec. 22: The Power Minister, Mr. S.S.Slathia today said that Panchayats would be an effective instruments of rural development and hoped that people will actively involved themselves in the development efforts launched by the Government. Addressing a public meeting at Maheen Sarkar in Vijaypur block of Jammu district, he said devolution of power to basic democratic institution is aimed at satiating the urges and aspiration of the masses. He said it is with this objective that orientation courses are being held for newly elected Panchs and Sarpanchs to performe their role effectively. He said Government is committed to speedy and equitable development of all the three regions of the State. He said it is the National Conference brought about revolution by enacting Land Reform Act and abolished Jagiridari System, make tillers owners of the land. The Minister urged the people not to be misled by anti social or anti national elements trying to destabilize the economy and shatter communal amity. He appealed the youth to educate the people about the nefarious designs of so called leaders who exploit innocent people in the rural areas. Responding to the demands of the people Mr.Slathia directed the block development agency to initiate process of construction of 2 km road from Makorawala School to Maheen Sarkar and 4 kms road from Barjani to Maheen Charkan. A survey for digging a tubewell for providing potable water to the people of kandi area would be conducted soon, he said. Regarding high power transformer, the Minister asked the Power Development Department to work out load consumption of the village and submit report so that a improvised transformer is installed in the village. |
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BJYM pledges to expose anti-India elements Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha in its executive meeting at New Delhi, took a pledge to expose anti-national elements right from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, who are so-called Indians but sheltering the terrorists and working on the guidelines of ISI of Pakistan. While addressing the meeting Ch Vikram Randhawa, Member National Executive and spokesman of the Jammu and Kashmir State Morcha strongly pleaded with the NDA Government to take firm steps against Pakistan sponsored militancy especially after the episode of December 13 which has hurt the sentiments of true Indians. He also spoke at length about POTO and demanded its implementation at an earliest. Resolution of terrorism was passed with one voice by all the members who said that since the fight against militancy has entered the last stage and every Indian at this crucial stage was along with the Union Government and now it should take effective steps to eliminate Pakistan sponsored terrorism and if need be, training camps of terrorists across Pakistan borders and PoK should be smashed. The BJYM executive expressed astonishment that such training was being given now in Madrasas in India as well as across the border. It said such Madrasas have been established for teaching of the innocent children but instead they are being used for training of militants. The Morcha appealed the NDA Government to take necessary action in the said matter so that educational institutions were not used for subversive purposes. The BJYM urged the Central Government to publish a white paper against Pakistan sponsored militancy and activities of ISI in India, for the past 20 years especially in J&K State. |
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People’s United Front activists demonstrate Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: The activists of J&K People’s United Front today held massive protest demonstration outside the residence of J&K Governor here today. State general secretary of the Front Mr Sukhdev Singh was leading the demonstrators. The workers expressing their faith in the Indian constitution and the democracy, strongly criticised Pakistan for its involvement in aiding terrorism in J&K and also in the attack on Indian Parliament on December 13. Earlier, the workers who had come from various tehsils and districts of the region assembled at Mubarik Mandi complex and from there they started their protest march against Pakistan which after passing through Panjtirthi culminated at the gate of Raj Bhawan. The workers carrying placards in their hands were raising slogans against Pakistan and the terrorism unleashed by her in the country. Later, a memorandum was submitted to the Governor, demanding stern action against Pakistan. It said that Pakistan has been fomenting trouble in the State since 1947 and has tried its best to divide the people of the State on communal lines. The general secretary Mr Sukhdev Singh said that there is no space for spreading violence in the name of any religion in a secular society. For the last 25 years, the violence has reached its peak and now it is time to go out for a final assualt on the Pakistan’s training camps and its sponsored terrorists organisations with in J&K, PoK and also in Pakistan. The people of the border area the worst victims. The people of the country after attack on Parliament have resolved to go to the extent of do or die situation and to bring this terrorism to the logical conclusion for good. India has always supported peace and openly supported US move for waging fight against terrorism. Therefore, it is high time to react and smash the terrorists training camps and teach a lesson to Pak for its misdeeds and mis-adventurism. |
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Mahatma Gandhi Forum workers
organise Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 22: A massive demonstration was held by the activists of Mahatma Gandhi Forum including a large number of women outside the office of Deputy Commissioner Jammu here today. Constituted for the welfare of poor, down trodden people, widows, destitute and divorcees, Forum’s aim is to revive the teachings of Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi, a spokesman of the Forum said. He said the Forum is committed to honour and get the human values honoured from all the concerned. It has decided to launch a vigorous campaign for the rights of poor and deprived lot. Begum Noor Jehan Choudhary was leading the demonstrators. She said that during different programmes of the Forum, teachings of Mahatma Gandhi will be highlighted. Later, a delegation of the workers, submitted a memorandum to Deputy Commissioner Mr Rohit Kansal with charter of demands. It was demanded that pension to the widows be given, its amount enhanced and it should be ensured that no widow remains without pension. The UNICEF schemes for the flush latrines to the downtrodden and those who live below the poverty line be implemented and this facility be provided to poor people. It also favoured pension to the old and disabled and enhancement in the pension rate. In the memorandum it was further alleged that handicapped persons are being ignored and neglected in the State by Government and special attention of the Government was invited towards their plight, due share in jobs, promotions and professional institutions. It also demanded social protection for women and children. The Forum also stressed the Government to cooperate NGOs and other village committees for launching plantation drives for the protection of environment. Several leaders including Noorjehan addressed the gathering. |
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