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Srinagar residents voice frustration over high tariff power bills, lack of jobs

Aatif Qayoom
Last updated: September 26, 2024 12:38 am
Aatif Qayoom
Published: September 26, 2024
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Srinagar, Sept 25 (ANI): Voters wait in queues to cast their votes for the second phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, at Habak Shanpora Hazratbal, in Srinagar on Wednesday. (ANI Photo)
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Srinagar, Sept 25: The people of Srinagar came out in large numbers on Wednesday to cast their votes, hoping their concerns would be addressed by the new leadership.
Many, especially those living in the outskirts, have been vocal about their frustrations, including issues with high electricity bills, poor road connectivity, lack of healthcare facilities, smart metering, and unemployment among educated youth.

The Rising Kashmir team visited various polling stations to gauge the mood of the voters. Many expressed that they voted to ensure their voices would be heard. “We are happy to be casting our votes to choose our leaders, as earlier we had no access to the bureaucracy,” said an elderly voter Abdul Aziz at the Idgah polling station.
He added, “With a local government, we have direct access to our representatives. If they don’t address our issues, they know they will need our votes again in five years.”
A major concern voiced by many was the introduction of smart meters, which they claim has led to unaffordable electricity bills. Most of the residents depend on labour jobs, with business opportunities being scarce. “We are facing hard times,” said a group of voters from the Shaltang area.
Amir Hussain, a resident of Idgah, criticized the contrast between the city centre and the outskirts. “Despite Srinagar being declared as a smart city, those of us living on the outskirts still have no proper roads, healthcare, or upgraded education facilities. Lal Chowk has been beautified, but this is not the reality for the rest of us.”
He added, “Our leaders and those showing a rosy picture to the world should visit the outskirts and understand what we are going through. This time, we voted hoping that our leadership will listen to us and finally address our issues.”
The people hope that with this vote, their long-standing problems will be resolved.

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ByAatif Qayoom
Aatif Qayoom is a Senior Correspondent at Rising Kashmir, covering crime, tourism, sports, and various social issues across Jammu and Kashmir. Known for his accurate and ground-based reporting, he highlights stories that matter to people.
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