Jammu, Jan 26:LG Manoj Sinha unfurls the national flag on the occasion of 76th Republic Day at the Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah was present as Guest of Honour.
On the eve of the 76th Republic Day of
, LG Manoj Sinha extended his heartfelt greetings to every citizen of Jammu and Kashmir .
LG said “this day reminds us of the enduring values enshrined in the Constitution of India.
It is a day of pride, reflection, and reaffirmation of our commitment to democracy, justice, liberty, equality and fraternity. Let us honor our freedom fighters and martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice to protect and preserve our motherland. I extend my deepest tribute to the valiant soldiers of the Indian Army, Para Military Forces, and Jammu and Kashmir Police, whose relentless dedication and sacrifices ensure the unity, integrity, and security of our nation. “
Beyond safeguarding our borders, they stand as pillars of peace and stability for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, he added.
He said that their extraordinary valor and service inspire us to work towards a united, secure, and prosperous India.
He further added that on this momentous occasion, I would like to express my gratitude to every individual contributing to the progress of our Union Territory - farmers, artisans, teachers, healthcare workers, security forces, sportspersons and government officials. Your dedication and hard work are the cornerstone of our collective success. Jammu and Kashmir has always been a land of unity in diversity.
We take immense pride in our composite culture and centuries-old traditions of brotherhood. It is our collective responsibility to maintain peace and harmony, ensuring that the dreams of our youth are not hindered by divisive forces. Our journey has been one of resilience and determination, marked by unparalleled achievements in every sphere. Jammu and Kashmir, with its rich heritage, natural beauty, and vibrant culture, has always been a vital part of this journey, he added.
He said that Good Governance is the cornerstone for a prosperous and harmonious future and is pivotal to fostering peace, development, and inclusivity in the region & by focusing on transparency, accountability, and citizen-centric policies, the government has prioritized empowering local communities through participatory decision-making and equitable resource distribution.
Initiatives like digital governance, streamlining public services, and promoting socio-economic programs aim to bridge developmental gaps and strengthen public trust.
J&K has taken lead in making 1,166 online public services available on e-Unnat portal and 501 e-services have been integrated with Rapid Assessment System (RAS).
He added that 387 services are covered under the Public Services Guarantee Act (PSGA), and 104 Government services have been integrated with DigiLocker for enhanced document security and accessibility.
He said that about 300 grievances are processed per day & another initiative launched by the Government, Raabta, is a landmark program aimed at fostering stronger connections between the government and the people.
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