Saroori condemn Maoist attack.

It is not an attack on Congress; it is an attack on democracy.

Jammu, May 27: - Former J&K Minister and MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori today condemned the incident on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh, saying it was an attack on the democratic values.

Saroori expressed shock and anguish over the attack on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh. "It is an attack on democratic values which need to be condemned by not only political parties, but society as a whole," Saroori said in a statement.

"Saroori convey his heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones and wish the injured a speedy recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with them in this difficult hour. May the Almighty give them courage and fortitude to bear with this tragedy," he added.

The Chattisgarh government is answerable for the reported lack of security arrangements for the yatra beside the government has failed in protecting legitimate political activity and has brought into question the whole security issue.

Saroori said as per report no security, other than personal security officers, was provided to Congress leaders who were taking out the Parivartan Yatra in the state.

Congress led constituencies ignored on all fronts by Omar government.

Stepmother treatment with Congress constituencies..???

Saroori addresses party workers at Thathri

Doda, May 23: - Former Minister and MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori addresses impressive party workers meet at Thathri Dak Bunglow.

While addressing Saroori allege­d that National Conference have ignored the massive destruction caused by a recent earthquake in Jammu's Doda region, where the Congress has a reasonably strong presence. When protests broke out in Doda, Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad visited the ravaged area and ensured relief and rehabilitation work after talking to the Prime Minister.

The Congress in Jammu and Kashmir wants to sever ties with alliance partner National Conference and fight the 2014 Assembly elections alone. "Our party cadres are upset as the National Conference has tried to feed pockets where it has influence instead of ensuring the overall development of the state," “Autonomy is publicity stunts to lure the people to vote for the party. I call it emotional blackmail of the common masses", said senior Congress leader G M Saroori.

He said by sending a group of leaders from National Conference in Chenab valley they are just trying to play politics & nothing and wants to firm hold their footings as it is congress dominant area.

Saroori said that it has been observed that during the past 5 years government started various special police recruitment drives that too in NC dominating constituencies and has always deceived its ally by just assuring that recruitment rally will also be done in congress constituencies beside all the congress legislature’s raised the issue of special recruitment drive on the floor of the assembly and also meet several time with Hon’ble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah but each and every time we just got assurance from Omar Abdullah led government and nothing.

While citing to the example Mr. Saroori said that in Chenab valley recruitment was just organized in Kishtwar constituency that too at 3 places and hundreds of SPO’s have recruited last month without any norms because MLA belongs from NC and in other 5 constituencies of Chenab Valley not a single such drive was organized.

In the last Assembly session Omar Abdullah have asked the members of the House to prefer their demands to the Government in writing for setting up of fire-fighting stations despite putting forth the demand for setting up of fire stations in Congress constituencies government paid no heed in Congress led constituencies and last month two fire stations were established that too at block level Patimhal and Paddar and ours being a tehsil is not having fire station “if this is not discrimination than what is discrimination”, Saroori added.

He said so called leaders from NC who visited Chenab Valley are also MLA’s they knows that those who are having Job cards and did their work on ground will get payment under MGNREGA and said MLA had no role in distributing ration among people and said according to the report given by CAPD department Kishtwar every family is getting ration as per scale. National Conference called this good governance and a golden era of development what a joke.

He added NC so called leaders are baffled by seeing the support of congress in Erstwhile district Doda beside said it is due to NC the Inderwal constituency had remained backward. Congress is representing people of Inderwal constituency from 2002 and people have seen lots of difference in development since 2002 and said he (Saroori) had submitted proposal to centre government to electrify the left out un-electrified villages under RGGVY.

“This is the reason the people must take a stand in future not to support people and parties that have given them trouble and problems”. He said, “They are not good at heart and have always nursed their self-interests”.

Saroori laid foundation stone of ITI at Chatroo.

National Conference leaders making false allegations because state government has failed to provide relief to the earthquake victims

Kishtwar May 20: Former Minister and MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori today laid the foundation stone of ITI complex at Chatroo open by Ever Green Institute.

While address the mammoth gathering on the eve of foundation stone laying ceremony, Saroori lauded the role of Chairman of the institute Jaffar Hussain Wani for playing its role in spreading education in educationally backward area of Chatroo Tehsil. He said that with the opening of ITI at Chatroo, people will get skill training like plumber, masons, carpenters, fitters, COMPA (Computer) and in other related trades. He urged up on the local youths to enroll their names in the said ITI so that they can get job opportunities in upcoming power projects. He said that the ITI was opened under state government scheme through technical education department. He said that after completing their course, state technical board will issue the certificates to the eligible candidates.

Saroori said that under Prime Minister Scholarship scheme, nearly 250 students from different parts of Inderwal constituency has been sent for different training course in various colleges of the country free of cost. He said that most of the population in Chatroo Tehsil is comprised of Gujjars, Bakerwal and SC and said that with the opening of institutions like colleges, schools, ITI's and study centers of various universities like IGNOU, the education standard of the said communities will increase in coming years. He assured the management of Ever Green Institute of all possible help in opening of more trades in the institute in the future.

While taking in hand to National Conference Saroori said state government of Jammu and Kashmir has failed to provide relief to the earthquake victims. To hide their failures they (National Conference) are now making false allegations. He said brother of NC supremo Mustafa Kamal should use his mind before leveling such false allegations. Till date only 4 no tents has been provided to each panchayats only, so what type of embezzled in the relief meant for earthquake victims of erstwhile Doda district. People of Jammu and Kashmir have rejected Autonomy if NC is serious on Kashmir matter why can’t they are bringing on the floor of Assembly. Saroori said he knows that NC can’t because Autonomy has lost its creditability already.

Congress is in the heart and blood of the people of Erstwhile district Doda. It is not run by money. The enemies are waiting for an opportunity to pounce on our people but we must not give them that opportunity. The enemies want to break our support and unity among people but they will not succeed.

We are thankful to Center government for releasing Rs 334 crore for the victims on the request of our renowned leader Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad but money was withheld by Centre due to Non-Submission of Utilization Certificate (UC) by state. Moreover state government have announced only 25 crores on 6th May 2013 has not released the amount yet. Now they are saying that money is not for victims but as routine funds and will be utilized in whole state, Saroori added.

Mr. Saroori was accompanied by ADC Kishtwar Rajesh Kumar Shavan, BDO Chatroo Semma Parihar, Tehsildar Chatroo Mohsin Ahanger, Dy SP Syed Majeed, Xen R & B Mohammad Ashraf Gilkar, Xen PMGSY Thusoo, Principle ITI Zahoor Mattoo, ZEO Chatroo Subash and other sectoral officer, Sarpanches, Panches and people in large were present on the occasion.

Development of backward and far flung areas is the priority of government: Saroori

Saroori convenes public meeting.

Kishtwar, May 18: - Former Minister and MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori during his continuous tour of his Inderwal constituency visited Bahdad area and convened public meetings to listen to the problems of the people here in Kishtwar and took stock of all ongoing works of the area.

Addressing series of meeting at Bahdad, Bugrana, Khankoot, Ari Gam, Butt Mohallah and Sehrazi Mohallah of district Kishtwar, Saroori apprised the people of various schemes launched by the state and the central governments for their development.

Saroori said that the development of backward and far flung areas is the priority of government and various schemes in the sectors of R&B, PHE, Power, Health and Education have been initiated for the faster development to reach out every area in a balanced development process.

He also said with the active support of people the PRI's are being strengthen and making landmark contributions in the development beside said the elected PRIs representatives have a vital duty to take up the concerns of the people at appropriate forums.

While giving him rousing reception, the people told him that they faced problems on account of shortage of potable water, unscheduled power cuts, Higher Secondary school at Bahdad, early construction of Water supply scheme and day to day problem. When the people complained against the hanging electric wires, saying these were like death traps, he asked the PDD authorities to immediately repair the wires and replace the old poles with the new ones. The people of Bahdad area thanked Saroori for having visited their village beside thanks him for constructing Bugrana road which will benefit 12 villages. Several locals, who spoke on the occasion, expressed their full faith in the leadership of Saroori.

The MLA Saroori issued on the spot instructions to the officers to mitigate the sufferings of the people by making them available the basic amenities of life.

The prominent among those who were present were Mohd Sharief Naik, Bashir Hajam, Subhash Parihar, Bashir Ahmed, Firdous Ahmed, Mohd Iqbal Zargar, Hari Ram, and officers of various department accompanied Saroori during the said tour.

Involvement of private parties is important for the growth and development: Saroori

Saroori visited Thakrie many new faces added into Congress.

Kishtwar, May 19: - Former Minister and MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori on Sunday conducted an extensive tour of Thakrie and checked the pace of developmental projects.

Involvement of private parties is important for the growth and development of tourism sector in the region. He said the real test of government is involvement of private sector in the tourism industry especially unemployed youth who can establish their own income generating units like Hotels, Restaurants, Guest Houses etc which help to uplift the socio-economic condition of people in the area and District as well."Govt. is pooling all the available resources to fulfill the promises made to the people," Mr Saroori said while addressing impressive public gatherings at Thakire, Darbadan, Pakalan, Sirgwari and Mangthala of block Kishtwar in district Kishtwar visit to the remote and far flung areas of the district.

Saroori also expressed concern over devastating repeated recent earth quake jolts in Doda and Kishtwar districts causing loss to human life, injuries, perishing cattle and damage to residential and commercial buildings beside 40 earthquakes have been recorded till now. He furthers said that crisis have deepen its routes and there is eminent danger to life and property in future as pre prediction received and urged preventive measures be put in pace.

Meanwhile Saroori directed district Administration Kishtwar to immediate deputes a team for Thakrie area to assess the damages of recent earthquake. People on the occasion demanded link road from Thakrie to Anjole, Sub Centers, and lack of staff for the schools, improvement of water pipe and other day to day problems. Saroori said their demands will be redressed in a phase manner on priority.

On the occasion many news faces were added in Congress fold including Ajeet Kumar, Ahoni Kumar, Ranjeet Wazir, Lakhmi Chand, Rinku Ram, Mehraj Din, Jasvinder Singh, Ravi Kumar, Brij Lal, Surjeet Kumar, Saroop Chand, Gayan Singh, Daleep Kumar, Kunj Lal, Vinod Kumar, Hari Lal, Ranjeet Kumar, Lal Chand, Sunil Kumar and others in front of Mr Saroori. While welcoming Saroori said their joining will strengthen Congress party in Thakrie area.

Those who accompanied Saroori were Om Prakash, Ronak Singh, Bashir Ahmed Thakrie, Ghulam Mouhideen, Krishan Lal, Mohd Saleem, Shahnawaz Ahmed, Farooq Ahmed Kirapak, Abdul Hameed, Jabbar Ahmed, Jagdish Raj, Sharvan Sharma, General Secretary IYC Thakrie Irshad Ahmed, people in large number and officers of various departments.

Centre govt sanction 334 crores for earthquake victims.

Saroori appreciated efforts of Ghulam Nabi Azad.

Doda, May 15: - Former Minister and MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori while addressing a public gathering at Tanta, Chabba, Goila, Belli, Bhathri, Khara, Gogara, Malano, Bhatogra, Bhatyas, Chanyas, Jakyas, Challar, Trankel and Thatri of District Doda today and on telephonic conversation with Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad informed the gathering the centre government had sanction Rs 334 crores for the earthquake victims of Erstwhile Doda district, last week Azad apprise Prime Minister of India about the extensive damage and requested him for release of 10,000 tents for the tremor hit families and the same was sanction by Prime Minister of India.

Saroori welcome the decision made by Prime Minister of India Dr Manmohan Singh Ji, UPA Chairperson Smt. Sonia Gandhi Ji, Vice President AICC Jenab Rahul Gandhi Ji and Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jenab Ghulam Nabi Azad sb for sanctioning Rs 334 crores for earth quake victims of Erstwhile district Doda including Kishtwar and Doda district.

Saroori also directed district administration of Doda and Kishtwar to include all the names of earthquake affected people and to submit to state and centre government as soon as possible.

Saroori and people of Erstwhile district Doda has appreciated efforts of Ghulam Nabi Azad and without him it was not possible.

Saroori presided over science exhibition; chairs NRHM and RKS meeting at Thatri.

Saroori meet with NDMA team inspect the damaged structures at Thatri directed to shift the students to a suitable accommodation.

Thatri, May 14: - Ex Servicemen Public School at Thatri district Doda on Tuesday witnessed much buz as the school held Colourful Science Exhibition function with great pomp and show.

The chief guest was Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori lighted the traditional lamp followed by the students. The students of different classes presented a beautiful cultural programme on this occasion organized by students and other staff members.

Saroori congratulate the school administration for imparting quality education and promoting culture among the students. The function ended with vote of thanks by the principal Satish Kumar Kotwal.

Later Saroori presided over a meeting of National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and Rogi Kalyan Samitis (RKS) Thatri. While welcoming Saroori and members, BMO Thatri Sat Paul put forth the agenda of the meeting including early construction of 25 bedded hospitals which was announced by Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad last year.

Speaking on the occasion Saroori said that under National Rural Health Mission, health facilities have improved much but still there are many villages where people have to go far off for health facilities. He said he has taken up the matter with Union Health Ministry they have assured me for early release of funds for construction of Hospital.

Saroori also meet with a team of National Disaster Management Authority Delhi (NDMA) at Thatri and ask them to assess and ascertain the extent of damage in residential as well as government buildings in tremors which jolted the region recently and asked the authorities to reach out to the people living in inaccessible areas of the affected districts and restore the public utility services. The NDMA team comprises Prof C V Murthy from IIT Chennai Madras, Prof Pardeep Kumar from Department of Civil Engineering IIT Hyderabad, A K Jain under Secretary NDMA New Delhi, Hari Kumar president Geo-Hazard Society, Ajay Chaurasia president Scientist CSIR, Central Building Research Institute Roorki and Anoop Kumar Director Keranth RVK Specialist New Delhi.

Inspecting the damaged structures at Tehsil Thatri, Saroori appreciated the district administrations for showing quick response to the disaster and asked for final damage assessment report within two weeks as already directed by Former CM J&K G N Azad. He also called for early renovation of damaged SSA schools and private property and directed the concerned to shift the students of such schools to a suitable accommodation for their safety till the buildings are restored.