Delegation From Bandipora Calls On Cabinet Minister Satish Sharma, Seeks Support For Youth And Rural Development

Proposals Presented Include BPO Setup, Water Sports, Playground Development, Revival of Tourist Destinations, Anti-Drug Initiatives And Local Job Creation

In a significant move aimed at bolstering youth empowerment and rural development in Jammu and Kashmir, renowned Bandipora social activist & Chief of Empowering Kashmir, Saheer Rather meets with Cabinet Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports and ARI & Trainings Departments, Satish Sharma at the Civil Secretariat Srinagar.

During the meeting, Saheer submitted a detailed proposal for setting up a  BPO unit at Chithi Bandi, a step intended to generate local employment opportunities for unemployed and tribal youth in the district.

He also proposed the development of water sports facilities and a sports ground at Wullar Lake, which would not only boost local tourism but also provide healthy engagement avenues for young people.

Raising deep concerns about growing unemployment, drug abuse  and lack of structured engagement opportunities, Rather stressed the urgent need for targeted interventions. “The youth are the future of the nation. It is our responsibility to guide and empower them through sustainable opportunities,” he remarked.

Minister Satish Sharma appreciated the proposals and assured full support from the government in taking these initiatives forward. He emphasized the government’s commitment to uplifting rural areas and empowering youth through collaborative and innovative efforts.

The meeting marks a promising development in the ongoing dialogue between civil society leaders and government representatives to build a more inclusive and progressive Jammu and Kashmir.