Jammu, Feb 16: Raman Bhalla, the Working President of Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC), on Friday asserted that Congress has always taken a “leading role” in tackling the challenges posed before the country, saying the party “very well knows how to discharge its role of sacrificing everything for the country”.
Interacting with the “aggrieved” people of the Bahu constituency, Bhalla said, “Today, the situation of J&K has become adverse owing to the anti-people policies of the government. Spiralling inflation, poverty, malnutrition, crime and challenges before the democratic values, Constitution and Constitutional institutions, can only be tackled by Congress. For this, everybody has to play an active role.”
Urging the Congress workers to understand the pain faced by the people, he said, “The history of the Congress has been to reduce the pain of every section of the country. This is our present as well as the future. Hence, our priority is the country and the people. Stand with them, share their pain, and work hard to help them get rid of the pain.” He also said that the BJP governments at the Centre and in J&K have “committed the sin of pushing people into problems”.
Addressing concerns about job opportunities and nepotism, Bhalla reiterated Congress’s dedication to implementing pro-poor and pro-oppressed policies for their upliftment. He assured support for refugees, poor farmers, and marginalized communities.
Taking a dig at the BJP, he accused the ruling party of undermining the constitutional and political rights of J&K residents. He criticized the government for delaying the restoration of statehood and holding assembly elections in the UT.
The JKPCC leader emphasized the need for unity among people in Jammu and the valley to safeguard their rights and interests. He urged the initiation of a movement to demand the restoration of statehood and the reversal of hostile laws affecting the region.
Assuring Congress’s commitment to protecting Jammu and Kashmir’s interests, Bhalla emphasized the party’s efforts for peace and prosperity in the region. He urged public support to ensure the effective implementation of Congress’s people-friendly agenda.
He underscored the importance of upcoming assembly elections and called upon the people of Jammu to reject divisive forces. He highlighted the urgency for elections, signalling growing political alienation in the region.
Regarding job opportunities, Bhalla criticized the preference for outsiders in developmental projects, pledging to prioritize locals for employment. He called for public support to elect Congress candidates to address the region’s issues effectively.
Raman reiterated Congress’s vision for the economic empowerment of Jammu and Kashmir’s people, promising impartial development and prosperity for all citizens, regardless of their affiliations. He urged party leaders and workers to strengthen their political activities and outreach programs to stay connected with the masses.
