NC focused on ULB and  Panchayat Elections for the betterment of the people: Gupta

Jammu, 28 March: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Ajay Kumar Sadhotra former minister and Additional General Secretary and Provincial President for Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, on Saturday asserted that the party’s anticipated success in the upcoming Urban Local Bodies (ULB) and Panchayat elections across the Jammu region will significantly strengthen the Omar Abdullah-led government’s development outreach and help reverse the decade-long developmental setbacks witnessed during the previous BJP regime.

Addressing a workers’ meeting of Jammu East Assembly Segment at Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan, Jammu, chaired by Chandar Mohan Sharma District President Jammu Urban, Sadhotra emphasized the urgent need to prioritize urban development and grassroots governance in the region.

“People of Jammu have realized the hollow promises made over the past decade. The forthcoming ULB and Panchayat elections will provide them an opportunity to reinforce a government that is committed to inclusive growth and equitable development,” Sadhotra said.

He further criticized the BJP’s much-publicized Smart City initiative in Jammu, alleging that it failed to deliver tangible results on the ground. “The so-called Smart City project in Jammu remains a glaring example of mismanagement and unfulfilled commitments. Basic urban infrastructure continues to suffer, exposing the gap between claims and reality,” he added.

Provincial President Jammu JKNC, Rattan Lal Gupta  while addressing the gathering, echoed similar sentiments and called for renewed public participation in strengthening democratic institutions at the grassroots level.

“Urban development cannot be achieved through slogans and announcements alone. It requires a sincere approach, transparent governance, and active involvement of the people. The failure of the BJP’s policies, particularly in urban sectors, has only widened the trust deficit among citizens,” Gupta said.

He further stressed that the National Conference remains committed to restoring confidence among the people by ensuring accountable governance and focusing on core developmental issues.

The meeting witnessed enthusiastic participation from party workers, who reiterated their commitment to mobilizing public support ahead of the upcoming elections. Gupta emphasized the cadre of the party to gear up workers in their respective areas to strengthen the party and Omar led Government.

Among others who were present in the meeting included :- Bimla Luthra former MLA, Pardeep Bali Provincial Secretary, Abdul Gani Teli Chairman OBC Cell,  Laxmi Datta Senior leader, Rakesh Singh Raka, Dilshad Malik, Rita Gupta Vice President’s Central Zone, Shamim Begum former DDC Dansal, Ch. Rehmat Ali former BDC Chairman, Shama Akther, Satpal karlopia,  Ashok Dogra former corporators,  Shabir Sambyal, S. Sewak Singh, Romesh Abrol,  Rachpal Singh Vice Presidents District Jammu Urban,  Sardar Gurnam Singh District Secretary Jammu Urban, Waris Gill, Ashwani Charak Block President Jammu East, Sapna Gill Block President Jammu East Women Wing Parbhat Kaphai, Ajay Kumar, Asha Singh, Shashi Kumar, Sanjeev Kumar, Anju Grover, S. Gurdeep Singh Wazir, Sahil Gill, Abdul Gaffar, Lal Mohd, Mohd Sadiq,. Ashad Bibi and others.