 Early Times Report
BILLAWAR, Apr 16: Former Minister Dr. Manohar Lal Sharma today convened his monthly public meeting at Khajuria Farm, Dharmani in Billawar Constituency, where he raised a wide spectrum of pressing public issues, highlighting their deep and direct impact on the daily lives of people across Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas.
Addressing a large gathering, Dr. Sharma termed the sharp rise in unemployment as one of the most serious challenges facing the region. He noted that the continued lack of job opportunities is not only affecting the economic stability of families but is also creating frustration among educated youth, forcing many towards migration, underemployment, or vulnerability to social evils. He warned that prolonged unemployment can lead to increased crime rates and social unrest if not addressed through targeted employment policies and skill-based initiatives.
Raising concern over corruption, Dr. Sharma said that it has eroded public trust in institutions and delayed the delivery of basic services. He pointed out that corruption at various levels results in deserving beneficiaries being deprived of welfare schemes, while developmental works suffer due to inefficiency and misuse of resources. He called for greater transparency, accountability, and strict monitoring mechanisms to restore confidence among the masses. |
