Kesri demands reservation for Hindus in Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board's Medical College

JAMMU: Shiv Sena Hindustan, Jammu Kashmir, held a meeting under the chairmanship of Pt Rajesh Kesri, expressing concern over the alleged disparity in admission policies at the Medical College, Katra, run by Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board. The meeting highlighted that despite the Shrine Board being a Hindu institution, a disproportionate 80% of seats have been allocated to Muslim students.

Addressing media persons, Kesri has demanded that the Shrine Board reserves 80% of seats for Hindus, particularly those belonging to the Shrine's traditional families, citing the principle of prioritizing the community that contributes to the institution. Shiv Sena Hindustan also pointed out the inconsistency in reservation policies, noting that other communities have implemented quotas in their institutions, and it is only fair that Hindus receive similar consideration.

Kesri has appealed to Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Chairman, Hon'ble LG Manoj Sinha, to address this issue and ensure that Hindus receive their rightful share in the institution. They also demand that 80% of posts, including Professors, Principals, and Medical Superintendents, be reserved for Hindus.Shiv Sena Hindustan's representatives, including Balveer Kumar, Sanjeev Sharma, Rajkumar and others emphasized the need for fairness and equity in the Shrine Board's policies, ensuring that the institution serves the interests of its primary constituents – the Hindu community.

Kesri speaking on the occasion advocated that Shrine Board could consider implementing a reservation policy that prioritizes Hindus, given the institution's primary constituency. A possible approach could be to reserve a significant percentage of seats for Hindus, while ensuring that the policy is fair and equitable for all communities. Engaging in a transparent and inclusive dialogue with stakeholders, including Shiv Sena Hindustan and other community representatives, could help address concerns and find a mutually acceptable solution, added Kesri.