Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 5: Senior BJP leader and former Health Minister, Bali Bhagat on Monday launched a scathing attack on the National Conference (NC) Government led by Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, who also holds the Power portfolio, accusing it of complete failure on its core election promises and pushing Jammu into daily darkness.
Bhagat said that while the NC had promised free electricity during election campaigns, the reality is that the Omar Abdullah Government has failed to ensure even 24 hours of regular power supply, let alone free electricity. “People were promised relief, but today they are struggling with nearly 12 hours of daily power cuts. Free electricity has remained only a slogan,” he remarked.
He added that claims of 24×7 power exist only in speeches, while on the ground Jammu faces what he termed as ‘50 percent darkness and 50 percent waiting’. “Despite smart meters being installed, power curtailment has increased and electricity bills have gone up, exposing the hollow promises of the NC Government,” Bhagat said.
Highlighting the growing public distress, the senior BJP leader said that households, traders, students, patients, and small business owners are bearing the brunt of erratic power supply, especially during harsh weather conditions. He alleged that Jammu is being deliberately neglected, calling it a clear case of regional discrimination.
Holding Omar Abdullah personally accountable, Bhagat said that as Power Minister, the Chief Minister cannot escape responsibility. “If the Government cannot provide uninterrupted electricity, it should at least have the honesty to admit its failure instead of misleading the people with false assurances,” he asserted.
Bhagat demanded immediate steps to end prolonged power curtailments, rollback of unjustified billing burdens, and fulfillment of promises made to the people. He warned that continued neglect of Jammu’s grievances would force the BJP to intensify its democratic struggle to protect the rights and interests of the region.
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