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A new era of progress, peace and prosperity has begun in Jammu and Kashmir: Murmu

News On Time Desk 12 October 2023

Srinagar: President Draupadi Murmu said Kashmir is taking a new turn and a new era of progress, peace and prosperity has begun in the region. He expressed confidence that the people of Jammu and Kashmir will continue to move forward together on the path of peace, progress and patriotism.

Mrs. Murmu was addressing the civic felicitation ceremony organized in her honor at Raj Bhavan, Srinagar on Wednesday. He said that today's Kashmir is taking a new turn following its heritage. After becoming the President, Mrs. Murmu visited the valley for the first time.

He said, 'A new era of progress, peace and prosperity has begun. There has been a massive transformation in infrastructure development, e-governance, healthcare, housing, women empowerment, tribal outreach and inclusive growth. Which is a record.

The President said that the country is passing through the Amrit Kaal and the people of Jammu and Kashmir are also moving forward with enthusiasm towards making India a developed nation by the year 2047.

The President thanked the people of Jammu and Kashmir for the warm welcome on his maiden visit. He said that Kashmir has been a major center of art, culture and education since ancient times.

The President emphasized that we have to continuously strengthen Jammu and Kashmir's legacy of considering peace and harmony as supreme.

Earlier in the day, Mrs. Murmu attended the 20th convocation of Kashmir University. He also interacted with members of local tribal groups and women self-help groups at Raj Bhavan.