Manoj Sinha vows to bridge rural, urban gap in J&K

Jammu, Sep 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, graced and addressed the ‘Swachhata Vijayotsav’ organised by the Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj under ‘Sewa Parv’ Monday in Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor reaffirmed his commitment to bridge the gap between Rural and Urban J&K and to ensure prosperity. He said truest evidence of the Central Government’s commitment to J&K can be seen in performance over the last 5-6 Years.
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the significance of cleanliness drives to promote public health and well-being and fostering community participation for happier and healthier villages.
“Initiatives under Education, Social Welfare, Rural Development, Urban Development, Healthcare are integral to build a just and inclusive society. We must push through challenges to achieve the goals of prosperous rural J&K,” he said.
The Lieutenant Governor directed for a dedicated environmental protection awareness campaign for rural J&K.
“Sewa Parv should not be viewed in isolation. It must be integrated into life. We must work towards creating a unified national identity to ensure the welfare and prosperity of all,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
He exhorted the officials for a crackdown on encroachments along the water bodies. Citizens must report encroachments on natural resources in their respective areas to the authorities. Let us unite to rebuild a stronger, more secure future, the Lieutenant Governor further said.
On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor laid cornerstones for GOBARdhan Biogas plants and Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs) under SBM (G) for various locations.
The Lieutenant Governor interacted with Safai Mitras and felicitated the Swachhagrahis. He also released a documentary on Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, highlighting Best Sanitation Practices.
Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member of Parliament; Bharat Bushan, DDC Chairman Jammu; Yudhvir Sethi, Vikram Randhawa, Arvind Gupta, Members of Legislative Assembly; Mohammad Aijaz, Secretary, Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj; Shiv Kumar Sharma, DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range; Dr Rakesh Minhas, Deputy Commissioner Jammu; Anoo Malhotra, Director General Rural Sanitation; senior officials, Swachhagrahis, members of social organisations, and people from all walks of life were present.