*Rattan seeks reversal of hiked rates, fees by JMC
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU Dec 29: Ajay Kumar Sadhotra, additional general secretary JKNC and former Minister today reaffirmed the commitment of National Conference to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing its role as the only viable solution to the region’s challenges, particularly in empowering women.
The senior NC leader was speaking in a workers meeting of women wing district Jammu Urban at party office Jammu. The meeting was presided by Pinky Khalsa district president Jammu Urban women wing.
The former Minister said that the present Government has failed to take any concrete steps towards reducing the suffering of women amid these challenging economic conditions. Despite the escalating costs of living and the clear impact on household management, there has been a noticeable lack of effective policies or relief measures to address the hardships faced by women in managing their homes. This inaction speaks volumes about the Government’s commitment to the welfare of its citizens, particularly women who are struggling to balance their domestic budgets, he added.
Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial president Jammu asserted that NC has always been at the forefront in advocating and implementing policies and programmes that uplift and empower the women of Jammu and Kashmir. “Our party believes in the strength and potential of women, and we are committed to ensuring their voices are heard, their political rights are protected, and their contributions are recognized.”
He said that the lack of responsiveness to the plight of women, who are key managers of household economies, raises serious concerns about the Government’s non- serious approach in addressing the economic challenges faced by the women. Gupta expressed serious concerns over the recent increase in rates or fees for various services and assets by the Jammu Municipal Corporation. He strongly suggested that any enhancement of rates or fees should be deferred until an elected Government is in place.
Senior leaders Sheikh Bashir Ahmed, Bimla Luthra and Satwant Dogra also spoke on the occasion.
Ayub Malik Provincial secretary Jammu, Deepinder Kour ex-MLC, Vijay Lakhsmi Datta, Asha Mehra, Rita Gupta, Som Raj Taroch, Joginder Kour, Paramjeet Kour, Shallu Sharma, Savita Razdan, Devinder Singh, RS Mantoo, Indu Sharma, Sonia Dogra, Priyanka Dogra and others were also present on the occasion.
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