Anantnag, Jan 20 (JKNS): Chairman, OBC Welfare Association J&K UT and former Municipal President, Mohammad Iqbal Ahanger, on Tuesday visited Srimarg Block of Hiller Shahabad, where he interacted with members of the ST community and listened to their grievances.
During the interaction, locals raised several issues including the hike in electricity bills, need for installation and replacement of electric poles, augmentation of drinking water storage tanks, and demands for benefits under livelihood-oriented schemes such as distribution of livestock including cows and sheep.
Mohammad Iqbal Ahanger assured the people that all their genuine demands and concerns would be taken up with the LG Administration for appropriate redressal.
He emphasized his continued commitment to raise the issues of marginalized and far-flung communities at the appropriate forums.
Speaking on the occasion, Ahanger termed the tenure of Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha as a “Golden Era” for Jammu and Kashmir, citing unprecedented development across the Union Territory. He said that significant improvements in road connectivity, drinking water supply, and basic infrastructure have ensured that people living in remote areas are now well connected with Tehsil and District Headquarters.
“Under the leadership of LG Shri Manoj Sinha, Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed holistic development, bringing governance and essential services to the doorsteps of the people,” Ahanger added.
On the occasion, members of the ST community expressed gratitude to Mohammad Iqbal Ahanger for regularly visiting far-flung areas and for his sustained efforts in highlighting public issues and welfare concerns. (JKNS)
