SRINAGAR, Oct: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah today inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 240 development projects of about Rs. 2,000 crore in Srinagar.
Amit Shah also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of several development projects worth crores of Rupees in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir and addressed a public meeting in the region.
Several dignitaries including the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha and Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh were also present on the occasion.development of the country by connecting with industries. He said that there are two models, one is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s model of development, peace, harmony and employment and the other which leads to Pulwama attack. Prime Minister Modi has constructed a hospital in Pulwama with an expenditure of Rs. 2,000 crore. The second model consists of stones and machine guns and closed colleges for the youth, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s model has IIMs and IITs. Shah said that youth should get education and not have stones in their hands and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken stones from the hands of the youth and inspired them to educate themselves.Amit Shah said that the government has initiated the political process and he wants to assure the people that as soon as the task of preparing the electoral rolls by the Election Commission is over, elections will be held within Kashmir for the people with complete transparency. The elected representatives will rule in the region. He said that earlier the delimitation was done to benefit only the people of three families, but now as a result of the delimitation, the representatives of the people will win and they will rule. The Union Home Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ensured that Kashmir is now almost free from terror. He advised people that if someone in their village supports terrorists, then they must be reasoned with and brought back into the mainstream because terror and terrorism cannot benefit Kashmir, only democracy, industrialization, AIIMS, IIM and IIT, can benefit Kashmir.The Union Home and Cooperation Minister said that during the rule of three families, the budget of Jammu and Kashmir was merely Rs. 132 crore, while in 2022-23, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi the budget has been increased from Rs. 132 crore to Rs. 1,515 crore. Rs.10 crore have been allotted separately for DDC and PDC. Shah said that five new degree colleges are also being opened in different areas of Jammu and Kashmir and the work of setting up a residential school with 100-bed capacity for Gurjar-Bakarwal girls of Baramulla has also been undertaken by the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A Government Medical College is also being set up in Baramulla, which will enable the children in the region to become doctors and help them serve the people of Kashmir. He said that only four medical colleges were built in Jammu and Kashmir from 1947 till 2014, whereas from 2014 till 2022 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India has built nine new medical colleges and 15 nursing colleges. Whereas earlier only 500 doctors used to pass out of Jammu and Kashmir, now 1,300 doctors will complete their studies and serve the country and Jammu and Kashmir. Shah said that AIIMS, NEET, B.Sc Nursing College and two Cancer Institutes have also been set up in Kashmir. New medical colleges have been set up at Anantnag and Baramulla and two cluster universities have been built in Jammu and Kashmir.
Amit Shah said that the expressway from Nangal to Baramulla and from Baramulla to Uri has been built at a cost of Rs. 850 crore. A 43-km road has been built connecting Baramulla to Gulmarg at a cost of Rs. 85 crore to help tourists travelling from Gulmarg to Baramulla. He said that over one lakh families are being brought under the ambit of education through a scheme of Rs. 847 crore. Two stadiums have been built in 402 panchayats of Jammu and Kashmir along with one playground in each panchayat. Additionally, two indoor stadiums are also being built at a cost of Rs. 10 crore. Shah said that in the month of September this year, 13 lakh tourists visited Gulmarg. He said that installation of power plants and irrigation projects worth thousands of crores of Rupees will bring prosperity to the valley of Kashmir. In order to improve the rail network, the work on rail link from Udhampur to Baramulla has been initiated. Under the Pradhan Mantri Sadak Yojana, 119 new roads worth Rs.,3167 crore have been built. The Union Home Minister said that under the Prime Minister’s Industrial Package, an investment of Rs. 56,000 crore has come from across the country in Kashmir, which is likely to provide employment to five lakh people.The Union Home Minister said that earlier due to Article 370, Gujjar-Bakarwal and Pahari people could not get the benefit of Reservation in education, elections and jobs, but now after its removal, they will all get the benefits. For this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi constituted the Justice Sharma Commission and once again an attempt has been made to connect the different communities by conducting a scientific survey of ST, SC and OBC. While Reservation will now be provided to the Pahari people, the Gujjar people will continue to enjoy the benefits of Reservation that they had till now, and it will not make any difference to their share. The steps taken by the Prime Minister will pave the way for reforms in Jammu and Kashmir.
Amit Shah said that 42,000 people have been killed in Jammu and Kashmir, and all of them were children of the poor. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants that separatism and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir should end and Jammu and Kashmir should remain the paradise of India. The Union Home Minister appealed to the people to annihilate terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir. Amit Shah said that the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not tolerate terrorism at all. Be it the Valley or Jammu, Srinagar or Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, the government is bringing all round development work everywhere. He appealed to the people to join the mainstream of the country and empower the process of development and move forward.

Srinagar, Oct: Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the Gurudwara Chatti Patshahi in Rainawari area on Wednesday, officials said.
After the public rally in Baramulla district in north Kashmir, Shah returned to Srinagar and attended a function at the Raj Bhavan here, the officials said.
They said immediately after the function ended, Shah visited Rainawari area of the city and paid obeisance at the Gurudwara Chatti Patshahi.
He was accompanied by Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha and some BJP leaders.
The Union Home Minister also interacted with the devotees, the officials added. (Agencies)

By King RJ

Bhadarwah, Oct 05: The celebration of Dussehra festival was held in Additional district Bhadarwah with religious fervour on Wednesday evening after two years of COVID-19 restrictions.

Like other parts of the country, Dussehra festival-which marks the victory of good over evil, was celebrated with great enthusiasm, gaiety and religious fervour by both communities (Hindus and Muslims) of Bhadarwah where effigies of Ravana, Kumbkaran and Meghnath were burnt.

The venue of the celebration was changed due to congestion in Historical Seri Bazaar Bhadarwah after construction of Park and this year the main function was held in New Bus Stand Kotli Bhadarwah, where people watched the burning of sky high effigies of demon king Ravana, his brother Kumbhkarana and son Meghnath to mark the culmination of good prevailing upon evil.

DDC Chairman Doda Dhananter Singh, Ex MLA Daleep Singh Parihar, President Sanatan Dharam Sabha Bhadarwah, Convenor Sanatan Dharam Sabha Ashok Kotwal, Vice President Manoj Kotwal, Advocate Manjeet Razdan, Sanjay Saraf, Neeraj Singh Manhas and others participated in the programme of Dussehra also known as Vijaya Dashami. 

ADC Bhadarwah Dil Mir Choudhary, SP Bhadarwah Aftab Mir and Tehsildar Bhadarwah Showket Hayat Mattoo were also present on the occasion and they greeted all on this auspicious occassion.

On the occasion, a victory march was taken out from Seri Bazaar to new Bus Stand Kotli Bhadarwah with tableau of Lord Rama, depicting the scenes and characters from Ramayana, to mark the return of Lord Rama after killing the demon king. Thereafter, the tall effigies of Ravana, Meghnath and Kumbhkarana were set on fire, amidst bursting of loud fire crackers. 

Muslims also greeted their hindu Brethren on the occasion and participated in large numbers to give message of communal harmony and brotherhood in the area since decades.

Security arrangements were beefed up in all areas.

SP Bhadarwah Mohd Aftab Mir said that in view of celebrations, tight security arrangements were made in and around the venue of celebration and extra columns of security forces were deployed in all areas.

Meanwhile in a message, DDC Vice-Chairperson Doda Sangeeta Bhagat also greeted people on the eve of Dussehra also known as Vijayadashmi.

“Today is the day that reminds us that in the end, evil always ends and goodness triumphs. Let’s remember it always. Happy Dussehra!”, Sangeeta quoted.

By King RJ

Bhadarwah:On the occasion of Vijayadashami and Foundation day of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) , RSS swayamsevaks today took out their traditional ‘path-sanchalan’ in Bhaderwah.

"Path Sanchalan" (full dress route march) was taken out from the Adarsh Vidya Bhavan school by RSS swayamsevaks  and covering the whole town through the main market passed through Seri Bazar , Link road,  Bus stand, Ganpat bazar , Jai Road and ended at Adarsh Vidya Bhavan School Bhaderwah . 

’The ‘sanchalan’ was welcomed at various places by the residents of Bhaderwah with “Pushp Varsha”.

Atul Jog National General Secretary ,Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram was the main speaker and Swami Munishanand Jee Maharaj was the chief guest.

While speaking on the occasion Atul Jog said that RSS has always been at the fore front for the national cause and the aim of establishing Bharat as Vishwa Guru is now not a distant dream.

Stressing on strengthening branches of organization, he said the Swayamsevaks have more responsibility on their shoulders at present as country is facing more challenges today than it was facing during pre-independence or post independence days.

Swami Munishanand jee Maharaj emphasised upon building the national character among common masses.

Prominent persons were present in the programme including Vibhag Sanghchalak Ashok Kotwal and Zila Sanghchalak Shakti Prasad.

BARAMULLA, Oct 5: Union Home Minister Amit Shah Wednesday said that announcement with regard to elections in J&K will be made once the final voter list and other preparations are completed.
He also lashed out at National Conference and PDP stating that Abdullah and Sons and Mufti and Co are responsible for the killing of 42000 people in J&K. Addressing a massive rally at Baramulla district of northern Kashmir, Shah said that announcement about elections in J&K will be made once the formalities like completion of final voter list and other preparations are completed. “Process is on and preparations are in a full swing,” he said.
Taking a jibe at NC and PDD, Shah said that Abdullah and Sons and Mufti and Co. are responsible for the killing of 42000 people as these families did politics for their personal gains and left people suffer.
“These families looted J&K resources for their personal benefit and did nothing for common man,” he said.
Shah said that Baramulla was once a hot bed of militancy and militant related activities were common here but “today this place is the hot spot of tourists.” “Sprawling Gulmarg the skiers’ paradise, the shrines and the breath-taking snow clad mountains of this place are attracting tourists in large numbers,” he said.

He said that without Prime Minister Narendera Modi, development of J&K was impossible. “Today, we have best roads, rail links, bridges and hospitals,” Shah said, adding that “We have nine medical colleges to J&K besides AIIMS and nursing colleges.” Shah said that Gujjars, Bakerwals, and Paharis will be given due reservation as they were deprived of the benefits of democracy since past 75 years. The Home Minister praised Maqbool Sherwani for his role against Pakistani invaders. He also laid the foundation stone of various power, road and Jal Shakti projects. He said that GoI will talk to youth not Pakistan. “I am ready to talk to the youth of J&K on any issue but not Pakistan,” he said. Shah is in J&K on a 3-day visit and will fly back late this afternoon.

Baramulla, Oct 5: Union Home Minister Amit Shah paused his speech midway for Azaaan, the Muslim call for prayers, during his public rally in this north Kashmir town on Wednesday.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah halted his speech when he heard Azaan from a nearby Masjid in Baramulla. Shah resumed his speech after Azaan was over.
Shah here addressed thousands of people who had come from different parts of Kashmir to participate in the rally.

Jammu, Oct 5: ADGP Jammu Zone, Mukesh Singh on Wednesday said that no terror angle had been established in the ongoing investigation into DG Prisons, HK Lohia’s murder.

“No terror angle has emerged during investigation of the case of murder of Shri HK Lohia. Interrogation of the accused is in progress. His disclosures are being corroborated with field investigation,” said the ADGP Jammu.

SRINAGAR, Oct 5: Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) Mayor Junaid Azim Mattoo has alleged that some corporators were involved in corruption and taking bribes to facilitate illegal constructions in the city.
“Lakhs of rupees in bribes have been found to be deposited electronically into the bank account of an elected representative in SMC over the course of the last two years.
The amount is roughly 1.4 crores with individual transactions running into lakhs,” Mattoo said in a series of tweets late on Tuesday.
He said multiple witnesses have come forward, narrating “horrific tales” of extortion and brazen corruption. Three citizens have recorded statements before the officials in this regard, he added.
“A @JKACB investigation is underway and the @JmuKmrPolice Crime Branch and @SrinagarPolice has also taken cognizance,” Mattoo said
He said the matter has been officially brought to the notice of the administration, seeking removal of the elected representative from a position of authority immediately, pending the final outcome of the investigation.
“Multiple witness statements have been recorded in the presence of Commissioner SMC, Srinagar Police officials and representatives of investigative agencies over the last two weeks. Documents and details sought from SMC have been promptly submitted to @JKACB – as sought,” he said.
The Mayor said a “symbiotic eco-system that has thrived on corruption, forgery and extortion” is trying to distract attention from the investigation.
“That won’t happen. There will be absolutely no compromise on corruption. The law will take its toll!” he said.
Mattoo said he would prefer the dissolution of the corporation and fresh elections than suppress the “scam”.
“And let this be a one-time, LOUD and CLEAR message to those two-bit, lumpen elements trying to pressurize me into suppressing this scam — it is FAR better for me to seek the dissolution of SMC and fresh elections than to compromise with corruption and extortion,” he said. Mattoo, however, did not name any corporator.
The elections to the SMC are due next year. (Agencies)

Srinagar, Oct 5: Srinagar police on Tuesday clarified that former J&K chief minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti was free to travel to Pattan while refuting her allegations that she was put under house arrest.

“It is clarified that no restriction of any kind travel to pattan, travel to pattan was at 1 pm as intimated to us. The picture tweeted by her is of inside of the gate with own lock of residents who stay in the bunglow. There is no lock or any restrictions. She is free to travel,” said the police, in a tweet.

Earlier, Mehbooba had alleged that she was not allowed to travel to Pattan for a worker’s wedding.

“While HM is going around Kashmir beating drums of normalcy,I am under house arrest for simply wanting to visit Pattan for a worker’s wedding.If an ex CM’s fundamental rights can be suspended so easily, one cant even imagine the plight of a commoner,” she wrote on Twitter while tagging the profiles of the Home Minister and LG Manoj Sinha.