Lauds MP Er Rashid’s consistent efforts
SRINAGAR: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) has welcomed the Union Government’s decision to release the first installment of ₹1,400 crore under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM-II) for Jammu and Kashmir, saying the move will significantly accelerate drinking water projects in rural and remote areas.
AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi, in a statement issued here, said the development vindicates the persistent efforts of Member of Parliament Baramulla, Er. Rashid who despite being lodged in Tihar Jail, continuously pursued the issue through official letters to the Union Minister for Jal Shakti and also forcefully raised the matter during the last Parliament session after securing Custody Parole for attending the session. Er Rashid repeatedly impressed upon the Government of India to clear the long-pending JJM dues and ensure timely release of funds for Jammu and Kashmir.
Inam Un Nabi said MP Er. Rashid has consistently maintained that access to safe drinking water is a basic right and that the financial constraints under JJM were adversely affecting thousands of households across the Union Territory. “The release of these funds is a welcome step and reflects the importance of sustained parliamentary intervention on issues directly affecting the people,” Inam Un Nabi said.
He expressed hope that the remaining installments , along with additional funds for left-out schemes, would also be released at the earliest so that every deserving household in Jammu and Kashmir benefits under the Jal Jeevan Mission.