Congress has never be-fooled the people like PDP-BJP are doing: Saroori

Only those areas prosper where secularism exists not communal

CHATROO/ MUGALMAIDAN, 07 AUGUST: - Cautioning the people to beware from divisive forces that are hell bent to create confusion among masses, for the lust of power, Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC), Vice President, Ghulam Mohammad Saroori described Chatroo, Inderwal constituency as miniature of secular India and only those nations, states, areas prosper, where secularism exists,” he pin pointed.

Saroori who visited Pahalgwar, Thanna, Kharpura, Butpura, Shangam Chingam, Mattoo Mohallah, Passerkote, Khawjgam, Loidhar and Mugalmaidan areas of sub-division Chatroo.

Lambasting PDP and BJP coalition government for its lust of power by hoodwinking the innocent people of the country and state as well, Saroori said that “the population of Chenab basin that comprises the Inderwal, Doda, Bhaderwah, Kishtwar, Ramban and Banihal belts is a symbol of secularism. “Only secularism can ensure development which is visible that what the communal parties did from 2015 for the general public of Chenab Valley,” he said.

Saroori called upon the people to counter the divisive moves of certain political parties, which are least bothered about the addressing the miseries of the people and instead they (PDP-BJP) have just one hidden agenda i.e. to befool the people on the name of religion and caste and exploit their votes. “Congress has never be-fooled the people; it’s presence was always at grass roots level and will remain in future as well, with its commitment and dedication towards welfare of the people”, said Saroori and added the promises of return of power projects, revocation AFSPA, 15 lakhs in each citizen accounts, safeguarding of Article 370, Article 35-A, drinking water pipeline for Kishtwar, functioning of power projects in Chenab Valley and other every single promises has been abandoned.

He regretted over the callousness of the PDP-BJP coalition towards Rehbar-e-Taleem Teachers and other segments of employees who are not being paid their wages timely. He also expressed concern over scarcity of rations on CAPD outlets saying that the people in far-flung areas were suffering immensely.

During the tour, Saroori announced blacktopping on some vital roads including Thal Kwath, Hurna Durbeel, Seri Balana roads falling in Tehsil Mugalmaidan which were the long pending demands of these areas. The work shall be executed by the R&B department. Mr. Saroori also inspected the ongoing works of CIC building constructed by rural development department (RDD) at a cost of Rs. 50 lakhs. RDD officers lay out plan of the proposed of further construction of CCI building. Saroori directed the executing agency – RDD to redouble their efforts and expedite the pace of work to complete the project within stipulated time frame. He directed RDD officials to personally monitor the execution of works. He has also announced Rs.30 lakhs for the further construction of 1st floor of the CIC building.

Earlier Mr. Saroori visited Chingam, Passerkote and Loidhar areas to personally condole the demises of late shri Krishan Lal ji, late shri Abdul Azeez ji, wife of Bashir Jangoo sahab, Wife of Faqir Chand ji who passed away recently.

Mr. Saroori stayed with the bereaved families and expressed his sympathy and solidarity with them, consoled the family members and prayed to the Almighty Allah for eternal peace to the departed souls. He also prayed to Almighty Allah to give strength to the family members of the deceased to bear irreparable loss.