Empowering women priority of Omar led Govt in J&K, Rattan Lal

JAMMU: Reaffirming the growing trust in the visionary leadership of National Conference, a significant number of women today joined the party fold under the leadership of Bimla Luthra, senior NC leader and former MLA, at a joining programme held at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu. The event was marked by enthusiasm and a renewed sense of purpose, with women from different parts of the region aligning themselves with the party’s pro-people agenda. 

The women were welcomed into the party fold by Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of National Conference, Bimla Luthra and other senior leaders of the Party  Addressing the gathering, Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of National Conference, praised the commitment of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s government in delivering on its electoral promises. “The present government headed by Omar Abdullah has demonstrated unwavering commitment to empower women through swift and effective implementation of various welfare schemes,” he said.

He highlighted key initiatives taken by the NC-led government within the first five months of its tenure, including free travel for women in government-operated buses, enhancement of marriage assistance from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000 for AAY families, provision of 200 units of free electricity per month for AAY households, and doubling of the monthly ration quota from 5 kg to 10 kg per person for AAY beneficiaries.

“The National Conference leadership has always prioritized the welfare of the general public, especially the women of Jammu and Kashmir,” Gupta added. “Under Omar Abdullah’s visionary leadership, we are witnessing transformative governance that is restoring democratic values and addressing the aspirations of the people.”

Bimla Luthra underscored that the National Conference has always stood firmly for gender equality and women’s welfare, not just in words but through concrete actions and policies. She pointed to various historic initiatives taken by the NC leadership over the years that have significantly improved the status of women in the region. 

Bimla Luthra praised the present government led by Omar Abdullah for continuing this legacy by rolling out schemes aimed specifically at enhancing the economic, social, and political participation of women across Jammu and Kashmir. The programme concluded with slogans in support of the party and expressions of confidence in the leadership of Omar Abdullah.

Among those who joined the party fold included: Madhu, Baljeet, Seema, Reema, Sana, Parveen, Rani Devi, Asha, Sushma, Simi and others. Those who were present included: Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, Vijay Lochan Chairman SC Cell, Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President Central Zone, Laxmi Datta Senior leader, Sapna Gill Block President Jammu East Women Wing and others.