Srinagar: Below is the timeline of weeklong key public events and engagements of top public dignitaries witnessed this week within and outside J&K this week:-
1. MHA Trashes Omar’s Claims: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has dismissed allegations by National Conference leader Omar Abdullah regarding a proposal to reduce the powers of the elected Chief Minister in Jammu and Kashmir. The MHA termed his claims “misleading and speculative,” asserting that no such proposal exists, and emphasized the commitment to a democratically elected government following the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act of 2019.
2. PM Modi Highlights India’s Intellectual Power: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Kautilya Economic Conclave emphasized India’s position as the world’s largest source of affordable intellectual power. He stressed the importance of leveraging the country’s demographic dividend through education, innovation, and research, noting the establishment of numerous educational institutions under the New National Education Policy.
3. Abdullah Accuses BJP Of Altering Govt Procedures: Omar Abdullah has accused the BJP of instructing the Chief Secretary to amend the government’s transaction of business rules, claiming it’s an attempt to diminish the Chief Minister’s powers ahead of the Assembly polls. He urged officials to resist any pressure that would undermine the incoming elected government.
4. CS Reviews Worker Welfare Initiatives: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo convened a meeting to discuss the action plan for providing benefits to workers registered on the e-Shram portal. He emphasized the need for ration cards for all eligible workers, aiming to enhance food security and close existing coverage gaps.
5. Army’s GoC On Kashmir Security Situation: Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, the outgoing GoC of the 15 Corps, stated that the security situation in Kashmir has significantly improved. He noted that only 80 militants are currently active and emphasized the need for continued peace efforts to ensure long-term stability.
6. BJP Confident Of Winning Majority: BJP Jammu and Kashmir chief Ravinder Raina expressed confidence in securing an absolute majority in the upcoming Assembly polls, citing record voter turnout across all three phases. He believes the participation reflects public faith in the party and its vision for development.
7. LG Sinha Mourns Surankote Leader’s Death: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed grief over the passing of former minister and BJP leader Syed Mushtaq Ahmed Bukhari, praising his commitment to public welfare. Additionally, Sinha extended greetings on Gandhi Jayanti, urging the community to embody the values of peace and non-violence championed by Mahatma Gandhi.
