SRINAGAR, November 2, 2026 – In a series of high-level meetings at the Raj Bhawan on Sunday, multiple delegations, including the President of the Rotary Club of Kashmir and a body representing specially-abled government employees, called on Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to discuss public welfare initiatives and administrative concerns.
Dr. Touseef Bhat, President of the Rotary Club of Kashmir, met with the Lieutenant Governor and briefed him on the organization’s ongoing activities, community service programs, and global initiatives spearheaded by Rotary International within the Valley. Dr. Bhat also discussed important matters related to expanding community outreach and securing administrative support for their upcoming health and educational drives.
In a separate and significant meeting, a delegation of the All Jammu and Kashmir Specially-Abled Employees Association called on the Lieutenant Governor. The delegation, representing a marginalized section of the workforce, raised pressing issues regarding their career progression. They strongly advocated for the immediate implementation of reservations in promotions for eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs) working across various departments in the Union Territory.
Adding to the day’s engagements, Mohd Iqbal Ahangar, former Chairman of the Municipal Committee Dooru-Verinag and Chairman of the Coordination Committee J&K, also met LG Sinha. Ahangar placed several critical public demands before the LG, specifically focusing on grassroots youth and women empowerment initiatives and resolving pressing local issues concerning the Dooru constituency.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha patiently gave a hearing to all the delegations, noting their organizational and public concerns, and assured them of appropriate administrative consideration and action where required.
Published by True Roots Media Network