Current regime hell bent in reversing progress made in industrial sector: BJP

BJP spokespersons at a press conference in Jammu on Tuesday. — Excelsior /Rakesh
BJP spokespersons at a press conference in Jammu on Tuesday. — Excelsior /Rakesh

Excelsior Correspondent

JAMMU, Dec 10: BJP today accused the current regime of being hell bent in reversing the progress made in the industrial sector. Showing grave concern over recent developments BJP spokesperson, Abhijeet Jasrotia highlighted instances of harassment faced by industrialists and bureaucrats, which he attributed to the actions of certain individuals in the administration. “The same officers who delivered exceptional results over the past six years are now being unfairly targeted,” he said. “The GDP of Jammu and Kashmir, which has nearly doubled to Rs1.73 lakh crore, stands as a testament to their hard work and the conducive environment created under the BJP Government,” he added.
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Dr. Jasrotia, while talking to reporters here along with other spokespersons of the party including G L Raina and Balbir Ram Rattan urged the present regime to refrain from undermining the achievements of the past and learn from the adage, ‘A bad workman quarrels with his tools.’ He assured the public that the BJP remains committed to safeguarding the interests of Jammu and Kashmir’s industrialists, workforce, and economy. “As long as the BJP is here, no one can derail the caravan of development,” he affirmed.
G.L. Raina, further elaborated on the party’s contributions to industrial development. He highlighted that thousands of youth have benefited from job opportunities created by the investments brought into the region. Raina expressed concern over what he described as a “selective targeting of the industrial sector and bureaucracy,” suggesting it could be part of a larger conspiracy to disproportionately affect the Jammu region, where most industries are located.
Both leaders called on the current administration to focus on fostering an environment conducive to growth and development rather than indulging in policies that could hinder the region’s industrial progress. They reiterated BJP’s commitment to ensuring that Jammu and Kashmir continues to thrive economically, providing equitable opportunities to all its citizens.
Dr Jasrotia, also highlighted the significant strides made in Jammu and Kashmir’s industrial sector over the past six years under the BJP-led Government. He said that the transformative measures and robust policies implemented to revive and expand the region’s industrial landscape, which had been previously marred by inefficiency, corruption, and nepotism during earlier administrations.