Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Dec 7: Rubbishing claims of a “tussle” between the Government and the LG-led administration, MLA Zadibal and National Conference Chief Spokesperson, Tanvir Sadiq, today stated that with an elected Government in place, they do not want a dual power system to exist in J&K.
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Speaking to reporters, Sadiq said that allegations of a tussle are being spread by those attempting to create friction between the Government and the LG-led administration.
“So far, there have been no major issues between the Government and the administration, and we remain hopeful that no such problems will arise in the future,” he said.
The NC spokesman emphasized that the Government does not wish to maintain a dual power system in J&K, pointing out that since the Government’s formation, many positive developments have occurred on the ground.
“We are optimistic that statehood will be restored, ensuring a unified power center to address the people’s issues effectively,” he said.
“This is the right of the people, and the elected Government exists to address their concerns-not appointed representatives,” he added.
The NC leader stressed the importance of recognizing that while J&K is currently a Union Territory, it now has an elected Government.
Criticizing the bureaucracy, which he suggested has at times hindered the Government’s efforts to deliver and resolve issues, Tanvir called on officials to align with the elected representatives.
“The officers must understand that statehood will eventually be restored, and when that happens, they will have to follow the elected representatives,” he said.
“We will be running the administration, and I am hopeful that the present administration will function in line with the Government’s directives,” he said.
Regarding the issue of gas cylinder prices, Tanvir said the decision would be made soon by the concerned minister.
On the provision of free electricity, he offered a twist, affirming the Government’s commitment to providing 200 free units of electricity to the people, though the current focus is on reducing power curtailments.
When asked about the criteria for availing free power units, Tanvir stated that the modalities would be determined by the relevant departments at the appropriate time.
“In two to three months-by February or March-people will receive free power units. The modalities will be finalized later, but for now, our focus remains on reducing power outages,” he said.
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