Government Committed to Transparent Governance: Showkat Mir
Srinagar, June 27: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Provincial President Kashmir, Showkat Ahmad Mir on Sunday said that despite operating under the limitations of a Union Territory and in the absence of restored statehood, the Omar Abdullah-led government has delivered “transparent, people-centric and accountable governance” over the past one and a half years.
Addressing a party meeting at the NC headquarters, Mir said the government is working to fulfil its election manifesto commitments while focusing on sustainable development, economic progress, social welfare and long-term stability in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting also discussed organisational matters, public grievances, developmental works and upcoming party programmes.
Launching a sharp attack on the PDP, BJP and Peoples Conference, Mir rejected their allegations regarding recruitment processes, calling them politically motivated and baseless. He said these parties were “directionless” and attempting to mislead the public due to a lack of constructive agenda.
He alleged that during their respective tenures, these parties were responsible for irregularities and backdoor appointments in several institutions, including the Khadi and Village Industries Board, the Social Welfare Department and J&K Bank. He further claimed that political influence had played a role in recruitments under previous governments.
Reaffirming the government’s stance on transparency, Mir said Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has challenged the opposition to provide evidence of any backdoor appointment under the current administration. He asserted that the present government remains committed to clean, transparent and accountable governance.
