Srinagar, Aug 14: “The day is fast approaching when our beloved Jammu and Kashmir will emerge as one of the leading developed regions in the country, significantly contributing to the vision of a developed India,” said Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday in his Independence Day message to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Extending warm greetings and good wishes to all citizens on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the Lieutenant Governor said Jammu and Kashmir has firmly set out on a path of rapid socio-economic growth, witnessing remarkable progress over the past few years.
“The Union Territory has received a powerful developmental boost, with numerous mega projects nearing completion. Work on key infrastructure initiatives is also advancing at a swift pace, ensuring that the benefits of development reach every corner of the region. I am confident that we will scale new heights of prosperity in the near future,” he said.
Sinha said the occasion calls for bowing heads in homage to the memory of all leaders, fighters, and martyrs of the Freedom Struggle.
“On this occasion, I want to express my deepest gratitude to our Armed Forces, Paramilitary Forces, State Police, and all other agencies working tirelessly to protect the nation’s sovereignty and integrity. We honour the supreme sacrifice of the brave hearts who laid down their lives in the line of duty,” he said.
He extended warmest felicitations to the hardworking farmers, diligent workers, business community, scientists, teachers, innovators, craftsmen, civil society groups, Nari Shakti and Yuva Shakti of Jammu and Kashmir, saying they have all played a vital role in raising the stature of the Union Territory.
The Lieutenant Governor urged citizens to cherish the diversity behind their strength while fiercely protecting national unity and integrity at any cost. “Let us cherish the diversity behind our strength, while fiercely protecting our national unity and integrity at any cost. This is the core message of Independence Day,” he said.
The LG called upon all citizens to renew their commitment to moving forward together and building a strong, self-reliant, and developed Jammu and Kashmir.
“I urge all citizens of the Union Territory to join hands in safeguarding peace and prosperity. The day is fast approaching when our beloved Jammu and Kashmir will emerge as one of the leading developed regions in the country, significantly contributing to the vision of a developed India,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
