हिंदी
Jammu, 02 August 2025
In a scathing critique of the NC-led government in Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Media Incharge of BJP (J&K), said that the Omar Abdullah-led dispensation is derailing the development momentum initiated by the Central government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He accused the government of failing to deliver on basic governance and ignoring the aspirations of the people.
Dr. Mahotra said that the Jammu region, in particular, is reeling under sheer government apathy. The administration appears indifferent to the genuine problems of the people, and the common man continues to suffer amid growing administrative failures. He noted that instead of focusing on the real issues, the ruling NC leadership is indulging in political rhetoric and diversionary tactics, particularly around the issue of statehood, to hide its inability to govern effectively.
He reminded the government of the grand promises made by the National Conference in its 2024 poll manifesto. These included a war on drug abuse, job creation, filling government vacancies, financial assistance of ₹5000 per month to female heads of families, free 200 units of electricity, access to clean drinking water, uninterrupted power supply, hydroelectric development, and 12 free LPG cylinders per year. “Today, those promises are either forgotten or unfulfilled, exposing the disconnect between words and actions,” he said.
Dr. Mahotra emphasized that critical sectors such as education, healthcare, focused tourism, PHE, PDD etc. are languishing for want of attention. He said that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah must rise to the occasion and shoulder the responsibility of accelerating the development initiatives laid out by the Modi government for J&K.
Calling for equitable governance, Dr. Mahotra urged the NC-led government to work sincerely for the welfare of both Jammu and Kashmir regions without discrimination especially in areas like tourism. It is time to stop blaming tools as an excuse for bad-workmanship, and focus on good governance that benefits the common people with the optimal use of official machinery,” he added.
