In Naya J&K People-Centric Projects Take Precedence Over Political Rhetoric

Srinagar
People-centric projects taking precedence over political rhetoric in Naya Jammu and Kashmir have led to development becoming a priority. The government’s efforts in infrastructure development, healthcare, education, employment generation, and entrepreneurship have propelled the region towards progress and prosperity.
J&K, once considered a disturbed zone, has emerged as a vibrant and dynamic region, leaving behind a legacy of development that would benefit generations to come. Till August 5, 2019 — when the Centre announced its decision to scrap J&K’s so-called special status and bifurcated it into two Union Territories –development projects were scarce, and the region lagged behind in crucial socio-economic indicators.
According to the official data in 2018, only 9,229 projects were completed but the focused attention on infrastructure development provided a new direction to the region. In 2021-22, J&K achieved a milestone of 50,726 projects which was five times higher than the 2018 figure of 9,229 projects. This year 93,000 development projects are set to get completed. Despite the consistent funding cost, this surge in project numbers demonstrates the government’s commitment to build in Naya J&K. J&K witnesses a shift in priorities It may be recalled that till 2019, development used to figure at the bottom of the agenda of the former rulers. However, over the past four years, there has been a remarkable shift in priorities, with a strong emphasis on people-centric projects and improving the quality of life of the common people.