<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha joined the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Srinagar on 6th Jan 2024. On the occasion, he expressed gratitude to the citizens for their overwhelming participation in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra programme across the Union Territory and commended their effort to translate accelerated growth under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi into inclusive growth and Developed Bharat.</p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"> </p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Mr Sinha said Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra has infused a sense of self-confidence in the poor and marginalised sections of society. He said Janbhagidari is the strength of this Yatra and the collective strength of people will play a key role in the saturation of schemes and economic betterment.</p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"> </p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Reiterating the resolve of the government to promote equitable and inclusive development, the Lt Governor said, under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the welfare schemes and rapid development in all sectors have transformed the lives of the poorest of the poor. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has empowered and enabled common man to stand on their own feet for sustainable income and quality living.</p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"> </p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">The Lieutenant Governor said the entire nation is today proud of what J&K has achieved in the last four years. He said our consistent focus is on the economic empowerment of women, farmers, and youth for growth and maintained that we have to make sure they access and fully utilise the opportunities, resurgent Jammu & Kashmir has to offer.</p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"> </p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Mr Sinha said the UT Administration is always committed to serving the people with complete dedication and resolving their issues promptly. He also lauded the endeavours of Srinagar Smart City Limited and Municipal Corporation for transforming Srinagar City into a prime example of urban transformation. He said the massive and first-of-its-kind new year celebration at Lal Chowk to welcome the year 2024 and the festivities till late at night is an indication of positive change in people's lives and restoration of Kashmir's ancient glory.</p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"> </p>''<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222;">The Lt Governor administered the 'Hamara Sankalp Viksit Bharat' pledge to officials and participants. He visited the stalls put up by different departments and handed over the sanction letters and benefits to beneficiaries under various schemes. Beneficiaries also shared their experiences on the occasion.</span></p>