Srinagar, Nov 4 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the Jammu & Kashmir government will make all efforts for restoration of full Statehood and Constitutional guarantees available to the state.
He said the aspirations of the people remains strong for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
In his address to the first session of J&K Assembly, Sinha said the members have gathered here after the successful and peaceful conduct of the first democratic election in over a decade.
“These polls , the first since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019 and the reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir into a Union Territory, are a critical milestone in restoring democratic governance after a period of political uncertainty.
This is a testament to the enduring spirit of democracy, the strength of our institutions, and the faith that the people of this region have in their democratic representation through this Assembly,” the LG said, adding “it is a privilege to witness the restoration of this august house, which once again reflects the aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.”
"Prime Minister, on several occasions, has already expressed his commitment to restoring statehood, which has been a source of rekindled hope and reassurance for the people,” he said.
Sinha said the Council of Ministers of Jammu and Kashmir has recently passed a unanimous resolution calling for the immediate restoration of statehood.
“This resolution reflects the collective will of the elected representatives, echoing the aspirations of the people for the reinstatement of full democratic governance,” he said. “My Government will make all efforts for restoration of full Statehood and Constitutional guarantees available to the State. It would be a befitting reciprocation of the faith reposed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir in our democratic institutions.”
The Lt Governor said the people have high hopes from the government and all the stakeholders should extend full support to the government to fulfil the aspirations of the people.
He said the government is committed to fulfil its promises for further political empowerment of the people.
Sinha said the government would provide 200 units of free electricity to deserving families, easing the burden on low-income households.
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