JAMMU: Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) executive member Raman Suri has expressed strong disapproval of political parties like the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for opposing key infrastructure projects in Kashmir. Highlighting the need for bipartisan support on developmental initiatives, Suri stated that politicizing such projects undermines progress and deprives people of essential benefits.
Referring to recent objections to the railway line between Anantnag and Pahalgam and the establishment of a satellite township in Kashmir, Suri said, “These unnecessary political roadblocks reflect the unwillingness of certain parties to embrace change and development. The approval for the satellite township was granted two years ago by the Lieutenant Governor, yet opposition voices have emerged only now. This township is not a novelty; similar colonies have been developed across India to address housing shortages and decongest cities.”
Suri emphasized that such projects would not only alleviate housing issues but also generate significant employment opportunities in the region. He further stressed that Kashmir has suffered decades of stagnation due to terrorism, leading to increased unemployment and inadequate infrastructure. However, the past five years have witnessed a resurgence in development, bringing tangible benefits to the local population.
“The opposition from Kashmir-centric parties seems driven by narrow political motives. Development works should remain above politics, as they are aimed at enhancing the lives of ordinary people. Obstructing these initiatives only hampers progress and sustains hardships for the public,” he added.
Suri urged the newly formed state government to ensure that projects initiated by the union government under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the betterment of Jammu and Kashmir are executed without any disruption, advocating for dialogue with opposing parties to address their concerns and emphasize the collective benefits.
Additionally, Suri cautioned against opposition to development projects and said that people of Kashmir need more infrastructural development and parties PDP must not deprive them of the same. Enough of damage has been done to the development of Jammu and Kashmir and its high time people reap the benefits of central schemes aimed at their progress and prosperity.
He emphasized that India must remain vigilant against internal as well as external threats while ensuring internal stability and growth. He said, “development is a shared responsibility. The people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve peace, prosperity, and progress. Politicizing initiatives that aim to uplift the region is counterproductive and must stop immediately.”
