Dy CM warns strict action against anyone obstructing development of Sopore fruit Mandi

Sopore, Nov 09: Deputy Chief Minister J&K Surinder Choudhary Saturday warned of a strict action against anyone obstructing the development of Sopore's fruit mandi, which is second largest in Asia.

Speaking during his visit to the mandi, the deputy chief minister stressed on the government's commitment to closing developmental gaps and supporting local agricultural businesses.

“This Mandi serves the entire valley, not just north Kashmir. Every individual in the fruit trade plays a vital role in Jammu and Kashmir's economy,” Choudhary as per news agency KINS said.

He also mentioned that the government is compiling a list, and no one be it a government official or any other person creating hurdles in the Mandi's development will be spared.

Speaking on the occasion, Agriculture Minister Javaid Dar said that the government is committed to serve the people of Sopore and reciprocate the love they gave to them during elections. "Things are not the same. We are a UT today. Let us work together to remove obstacles in the way of Sopore's development,” he said.