JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir BJP President, Ravinder Raina, today criticized the National Conference (NC) and Congress, accusing them of working to secure the release of terrorists and stone pelters, while contrasting their actions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s relentless efforts to uplift the poor. Raina asserted that while Modi has been dedicated to the welfare of the underprivileged, NC and Congress have shown a dangerous inclination towards supporting terrorism and jeopardizing the hard-earned peace in the region.
Ravinder Raina highlighted the Modi government’s historic welfare initiatives, stating, “Prime Minister Modi provided free houses, free ration, free LPG cylinders, and health insurance of ₹5 lakh to the poor, while NC-Congress never cared for the marginalized sections of society. The Modi Government has proven to be the true well-wisher of the poor and backward communities.” He emphasized that unlike Modi’s people-centric policies, NC has repeatedly demonstrated its support for terrorism, with public promises to release terrorists and stone pelters if elected, a move Raina described as a clear attempt to revive militancy in Jammu and Kashmir.
Raina further accused the NC-Congress alliance of harboring close ties with Pakistan, which he said have been exposed by recent statements from Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif. “The NC-Congress nexus with Pakistan is evident, and the people of Jammu and Kashmir must teach these parties a lesson in the upcoming elections,” he urged. He confidently predicted that there is a strong wave in favor of BJP and that it would form the next government in Jammu and Kashmir based on its record of service and development.
Ravinder Raina praised the BJP’s performance in the Lok Sabha elections, attributing the victories to Prime Minister Modi’s commitment to the people, as encapsulated in his principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.” He pointed out that the Modi government has extended rights and benefits to every neglected section in Jammu and Kashmir, urging voters to support BJP in the assembly elections to continue this legacy of inclusive growth.
Raina detailed the significant infrastructure developments initiated by the Modi government in Jammu and Kashmir, including the construction of two AIIMS, multiple medical colleges, improved road networks, ring roads, highways, and new universities. He also commended the efforts of the local MP for bringing several key projects to his constituency, resulting in better roads, enhanced drinking water supply, and other essential facilities that testify to the BJP-led government’s commitment to the region’s progress.
Paying tribute to the brave soldiers of the nation, Raina reaffirmed BJP’s stance that the nation always comes first. He assured that the Modi government would continue to empower the security forces to take decisive action against terrorists and their sponsors, ensuring national security remains uncompromised.
In preparation for the upcoming assembly elections, Raina called on BJP leaders and workers to remain vigilant and dedicated, reminding them that their service to the nation must be unwavering. He outlined BJP’s manifesto commitments, highlighting key promises such as expanding the Ayushman Bharat Sehat Scheme with an additional ₹2 lakh coverage, adding 1,000 new seats to government medical colleges, and enhancing the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi by ₹4,000 to benefit farmers in Jammu and Kashmir.
Raina further announced reforms for government employees, including reservation in promotions for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, and a transfer policy for Scheduled Caste employees working in the Kashmir Valley. He also promised the construction of 10,000 km of rural roads to connect every village, along with completing critical projects like the Sadhna Pass Tunnel and the Katra-Banihal Railway Tunnel under the ‘Har Tunnel Tez Pahal’ Yojana for seamless connectivity.
Addressing employment issues, Raina committed to resolving the grievances of long-serving ad-hoc, contractual, and daily wage employees, along with providing targeted support for community workers such as Anganwadi Workers, ASHAs, NHM workers, Rehbar-e-Khel employees, CIC operators, Home Guards, and National Youth Corps. Additionally, he pledged to expedite metro services in Jammu and Srinagar to improve urban connectivity and mobility.
In his concluding remarks, Raina urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to support BJP in the assembly elections, promising that the party would bring transformative changes, bolster development, and safeguard peace and security in the region. He assured voters that with BJP at the helm, Jammu and Kashmir will witness unprecedented growth and prosperity, ensuring that the legacy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance continues to uplift every citizen.
