In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, District Development Council delegates yesterday met LG Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhavan, Jammu. The interaction was held in a pleasant and amicable atmosphere.
Reiterating Government’s commitment to safeguarding the interests of DDC representatives, the LG observed that the three tier Panchayati Raj system was established to empower the grass root democracy. He told the DDC members that now, the true democracy is flourishing in the UT, which is not merely about governance but feeling of fraternity, brotherhood, and
attitude of respect and reverence towards each other.
The LG further said, we have to work together to meet the developmental aspirations of the people and the administration will ensure the three tier Panchayati Raj system is strengthened in the UT. The delegation consisted of DDC Chairpersons, Vice-Chairpersons, and members. Chief Secretary, BVR Subrahmanyam, Principal Secretary, PDD, Rohit Kansal and Secretary, Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Sheetal Nanda were also present during the interaction.