Jammu, Apr 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday said the Jammu and Kashmir is emerging as a “noticeable narrative on bringing civility” to the land that was once scarred and wounded by terrorism.
“Youth are fearlessly pursuing their dreams as their aspirations were strangulated.
before August 5, 2019,“ the LG said, adding fundamental rights like education, employment and healthcare are no longer hostage to violence,” the LG made the remarks after inaugurating a Y20 Consultation meet on the theme ‘Peace building and reconciliation: Ushering in an era of no war’at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium of Jammu University.
“Before August 5, 2019, i.e prior to repeal of Article 370, there was an ecosystemin J&K which used to strangulate the aspirations of people, especially youth, and created discrimination in the society besides demoralising the society,” the LG added.
Due to Article 370 here in J&K there was a system which created discrimination in the society and also gave rise to terrorism due to which many people lost their lives and lakhs of people were forced to leave their homes, the LG Manoj Sinha said.
“Nearly 45,000 people lost their lives and lakhs of people were forced to leave their homes (motherland) due to this terrorism sponsored by our neighbour,” the LG said while adding, “now, after August 2019, a new J&K is emerging”.
Sinha further said, “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a new J&K is emerging and the world is looking forward to us as people, especially youth are finding a new hope”.
The LG said, “ I feel joy to see a change in the land of sufism (J&K),” and added, “It gives an immense pleasure and satisfaction to see the youth pursuing their dreams and are no longer hostage to violence”.
The LG said that India, for decades, suffered due to terrorism sponsored by our neighbour and now the new challenge is narco-terrorism which is spoiling the future of our youth.
Sharing the transformational journey of Jammu Kashmir in the last three years, the LG said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu has been transformed into India’s education hub. It houses all the premier institutions, IIM, IIT, AIIMS, IIMC and Central University.
Speaking on India’s contribution in Peace-building and Peacekeeping, the Lt Governor said, India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will lead the world to effectively address broader aspects of security challenges that also includes social, political, economic and environmental with the spirit of One Earth, One Family, One Future.
“India is one of the world’s largest contributors to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations. Since 1950, Indian soldiers have participated in 49 peacekeeping missions in different countries and even today more than 8,000 troops are serving in 10 United Nations missions. It is the testimony to our commitment to global peace and human welfare, “ added the Lt Governor.
He said that youth are fearlessly pursuing their dreams. Now, economic development, an important stimulus to aspirational society, and basic fundamental rights like education, healthcare, employment, and the pursuit of happiness are no longer hostage to violence. “Youth power is the strength of Jammu Kashmir and they have dedicated themselves to rejuvenate the society and to drive inclusive development,”the Lt Governor added.
Highlighting the important role of the young generation in peace-building, urged the youth to follow the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and Swami Vivekananda to build a global society based on trust and mutual respect.
“Youth is the most significant time to create civilised and cooperative world order with a spirit of oneness and they will offer new hope, innovative solutions to tackle the challenges to peace and sharpen social consciousness,” said the Lt Governor.
“I see youth bringing about reconciliation and shaping a new world for the good of citizens. Individual as well as society’s aspiration can be fulfilled only in conditions of peace and young generation is eager to create a peaceful & prosperous present and future for entire humanity,” the Lt Governor observed.
It is the responsibility of the youth to use their collective strength for development and upliftment of humanity. With common values, aspirations and commitment of selfless service, the youth will expand the horizons of peace, prosperity, friendship, cooperation and progress, he added.
The Lt Governor emphasized that the discussions during the Y20 consultation meet should draw an outline of future plans, with the spirit of SarveBhavantuSukhinah- everyone should be happy and prosperous.
The Lt Governor also observed that knowledge economy will play an important role in the future and success of Start-ups and Unicorns are giving fresh impetus to India’s growth.
Prof Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu and Sh Ajay Kashyap, Convener Y20 Secretariat gave a brief background of the Y20 consultation meet.
