Omar said on Friday that people look to the government for renewed hope and expectations for an environment that fosters political empowerment, meaningful employment, sustainable development, social inclusivity and robust economic growth.“I assure them that we will serve them with sincerity and fulfil their aspirations for a prosperous and thriving J&K,” he said.The CM said restoration of full statehood is a deeply cherished aspiration of people of Jammu and Kashmir and “our government remains resolute in working towards it fulfilment.”Referring to panchayat and Urban Local Bodies, Omar said, “My government is committed to strengthen grass root democracy by empowering Panchayati Raj institutions and local bodies, which play a crucial role in local governance and development.”He added, “Our government is committed to holding elections to these bodies reinforcing our commitment to accountable, inclusive and decentralising governance for holistic development of J&K.”He said J&K is at a threshold of a new era of peace and prosperity with a semblance of normalcy returning after over three and a half decades of turmoil.“This improved environment is contributing to economic progress with J&K’s economy expanding from 1.64 lakh crores in 2019-20 to 2.45 lakh crores in 2023-24,” he said.The J&K’s economy is projected to grow at 7.5 per cent in 2024-25, he said.
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