Excelsior Correspondent
KATHUA, Apr 3: Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial president of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), asserted that the Omar Abdullah-led Government is swiftly delivering on its election promises, ensuring that commitments made to the people during the Assembly elections are being honored in record time.
He was speaking at a one-day convention organized by Anoop Gupta, youth leader and District president Kathua Urban JKYNC. At the beginning of the meeting, Anoop Gupta apprised the senior party functionaries about the hardships being faced by the youth of district Kathua. He emphasized the urgent need for concrete measures to address unemployment and ensure better opportunities for the younger generation.
Rattan Lal Gupta (Adv) highlighted the welfare measures introduced by the NC Government within the first five months of its tenure. These include free travel for women in J&K Government buses, 200 free electricity units for AAY households, 10 kg of free ration per person, per month for AAY family, waiver of stamp duty for property transfers among blood relatives, and an increase in marriage assistance from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000.
Vijay Lochan, Chairman of NC’s SC Cell, reaffirmed the party’s dedication to fulfilling its promises, particularly those aimed at marginalized communities. He highlighted several landmark initiatives that have significantly benefited vulnerable sections across the region. He emphasized that the NC has always prioritized the welfare and empowerment of the underprivileged, and these measures further solidify the party’s commitment to their upliftment.
Tejinder Pal Singh Aman, Provincial president of YNC, underscored the NC’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment. He emphasized the party’s continuous efforts in advocating for equal opportunities in political, educational, economic and social spheres.
Senior NC leaders Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President Central Zone, Ajeet Kumar Sharma District President Kathua Urban, Sham Narain Mehta District President Kathua Rural and Mohinder Kumar Rana Joint Secretary Central also spoke on the occasion.
Tejinder Pal Singh nominated Anoop Gupta as the District president Kathua Urban, YNC, after approval from the Provincial president, with the aim of strengthening the party’s organizational structure and enhancing youth participation at the grassroots level.
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