After Art 370 revocation, development is visible in J&K: Union Minister Ranjan Singh

Jammu: Stating that the present dispensation is trying its best to bring Jammu and Kashmir on the glorious path of development, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Education, Dr Raj Kumar Ranjan Singh on Friday said that after abrogation of Article 370 from J&K, many changes are visible in the field of development like completion of mega projects, progress of ongoing developmental works and implementation of different centrally sponsored schemes in J&K.
Dr Ranjan expressed satisfaction over implementation of several government schemes in the district.
As part of the Central Government’s public outreach programme, the Union Minister visited Tehsil Ramnagar of Udhampur District and listened to public demands during a programme held at Government High School Dehari.
He appreciated the efforts of district administration as well as various departments for effective implementation of government schemes on ground.
The Union Minister appreciated the wonderful arrangements made by the District Administration with chances given to every one who wanted to put a point across.
Regarding the establishment of the 3rd tier of Panchayati Raj system in the UT, the Union Minister observed that with the establishment of Panchayati Raj Institutions the developmental process accelerated with full zeal and dedication for the socio economic upliftment of common people. He said that the government is committed to empowering Panchayats through devotion of funds, functions and functionaries as local representatives are well aware of needs of their areas and can resolve the issues on priority with the best solution.
Commenting on the natural assets and scenic beauty of J&K, Dr Ranjan said that Jammu region has huge tourism potential as well as potential of channelizing the local produce of vegetables into an organized venture.
While interacting with the people during a public outreach programme at Dehari, the Minister took elaborate feedback on the status of implementation of all government schemes in the area. He said that the main purpose of this outreach programme is to assess the implementation of centrally sponsored schemes on ground and take feedback from people.
While underscoring the importance of New Education Policy 2020, he added that the new policy paves the way for reforms in the education sector and the government is committed to provide quality education to the students.
Dr Ranjan also inaugurated various developmental works and projects of the Rural Development Department executed.
Regarding Jal Jeevan Mission scheme, the Minister informed that JJM is centrally sponsored schemes launched by the Government of India with the objective to prov

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