In the scenic expanse of Srinagar, nestled within the embrace of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on the auspicious Thursday, March 7, attributed the enduring tranquility in the region to the sagacity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This terrain, once plagued by the specters of separatism and militancy, has undergone a profound metamorphosis, a testament to the visionary endeavors of PM Modi over the past decade.
In a poignant oration at Srinagar’s Bakhshi Stadium, where the venerable Prime Minister had previously addressed a rally, Sinha conveyed his heartfelt appreciation for the remarkable transformation witnessed in the valley during the epoch of Modi’s governance. The bygone era, infamous for its association with separatism, terrorism, and bloodshed, has been supplanted by a harmonious existence, akin to the historical legacy of Sufis and Reshis.
“The antiquated narrative of Kashmir as a hotbed of discord, violence, and turmoil has been eclipsed, and the credit lies squarely at the doorstep of PM Modi’s assiduous endeavors. He has, in essence, transmuted Kashmir into a sanctuary of serenity,” remarked LG Sinha, illuminating the paradigm shift orchestrated under the aegis of the Prime Minister.
Sinha underscored the prodigious alterations observed over the preceding quinquennium, articulating, “No longer are the thoroughfares marred by the tragedy of innocent lives lost. Pellets no longer snatch away the gaze of unsuspecting eyes. The epoch of street protests has unequivocally drawn to a close.” He underscored the symbolic resonance of the tricolor soaring majestically at Clock Tower Lal Chowk, emblematic of the cessation of bloodshed and the dawn of tranquility in the valley.
Expressing remorse for the surging attendance, Sinha lamented, “The throngs converging upon this stadium to partake in PM Modi’s program have rendered it brimful. I extend my sincerest apologies to those who find themselves bereft of a seat.”
Sinha elucidated the metamorphosis extending beyond Bakshi Stadium, noting the replete conditions of the Indoor Stadium and SKICC, with an additional ten thousand individuals patiently awaiting the resonance of PM Modi’s words on the expansive screen.
Lauding PM Modi’s rapport with the populace through ‘Mann ki Baat,’ Sinha underscored the Prime Minister’s admiration for Kashmir’s cultural treasures, including Lotus Stem (Nadru), Pashmina, and Saffron.
The Lieutenant Governor extolled PM Modi’s avid interest in the region’s development, accrediting the European-inspired overhaul of pedestrian markets in Srinagar to the Prime Minister’s initiatives. He also remarked on the emergent ethos of “nightlife and multiplex cinemas, which have seamlessly integrated into Kashmir’s contemporary tapestry.” Sinha attributed positive transformations to PM Modi’s support, enumerating various developmental projects slated for fruition by the year 2025.
Dr. Jitendera Singh, Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, also addressed the assemblage, characterizing the overwhelming support at Bakshi Stadium as a poignant manifestation of the populace’s adoration for PM Modi.
“In the present epoch, J&K stands transmogrified, with iPads and laptops supplanting stones and guns. Fingers once stained with the somber hues of blood are now engaged in the delicate artistry of weaving Pashmina,” Singh eloquently asserted.