New Delhi, Dec 12: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, Sunday interacted with the members of various associations of Langars and Bhandaras, which serves the pilgrims during the annual Shri Amarnath Shrine Yatra.
As many as 20 members representing Shri Amarnath Burfani Langars Organization (SABLO) and Shri Amarnath Yatra Bhandara Organization (SAYBO) met the Lt Governor and discussed various aspects of the smooth conduct of the Yatra.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary to the Lt Governor, Sh Nitishwar Kumar; Additional CEO SASB, Sh Rahul Singh and Dy CEO Sh Vikas Anand.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor observed that the UT Government is committed to providing world class facilities for the pilgrims, besides facilitating Langars and Bhandaras during the yatra to the Holy Cave.
“The holy Yatra is a symbol of compassion, spirituality, service, and peace. Continuous efforts are being made to make the yatra more comfortable, modern, and safe for the pilgrims”, he added.
The Lt Governor further informed the representatives of the associations about the substantial upgradation of facilities and infrastructure development for the Yatris achieved in the past two years. He observed that three Yatri Niwas are being created to provide better boarding and lodging facilities to pilgrims on way to the Holy cave. These include Chandarkote Yatri Niwas coming up at District Ramban, which would provide accommodation to around 3200 yatris, besides Jammu Yatri Niwas and Srinagar Yatri Niwas with capacity of accommodation of 3000 and 2250 yatris, respectively.
The representatives of the Langar Associations appreciated the efforts of UT government and confirmed their active participation in the Yatra arrangements. They also offered their help through donations in terms of monetary as well as material resources required for the infrastructure. The associations also made certain suggestions for further improvement in infrastructure and facilities for pilgrims.
Earlier, Additional CEO, SASB, Sh Rahul Singh briefed the gathering on the existing facilities and infrastructure of Shri Amarnath Shrine Board.
Awaam ki Awaaz
LG appreciates Irshad for suggesting educational reforms
Jammu, Dec 12: In response to the recommendations submitted to the Lieutenant Governor J&K UT and consideration of the same by him in the monthly Programme “Awaam ki Awaaz” aired on 21st November 2021, Irshad Wani from Khag, Budgam puts his gratitude for the same.
During the programme the LG has appreciated Irshad for providing valuable inputs regarding betterment of the primary education system in the UT.
In response Irshad said, “It was a great privilege for me to see Lieutenant Governor considering my humble suggestions regarding the reformation of education system in J&K Union Territory”. He further says that it was my pleasure to hear LG, taking my name thrice.
He calls the Programme “Awaam ki Awaaz” an uncommon initiative as it provides general public a great chance to contribute towards the general welfare of the UT. He wants this programme to be continued and says that people should take advantage of this opportunity of approaching LG with the valid suggestions and recommendations.
Irshad demands complete overhauling of the sector so that on the one hand Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR) is increased and on the other hand minimum 4-5 and 8-10 teachers are provided for Primary and Middle schools respectively.
All his suggestions besides above mentioned ones had been appreciated by the LG during his address and called them worth consideration for the betterment of education sector.