Modi govt committed for overall development of Ladakh: Ashok Koul

Leh, Dec 20 : J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul today said that the central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed for the overall development of Ladakh.

According to a press release, he was addressing a 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra' programme at Chushot Panchayat in Leh. Koul emphasised on the major development projects brought in Ladakh by the Modi Government. “The Modi government has fulfilled the long-pending demand of the Union Territory for the fast development of Ladakh and has ensured liberal flow of funds from the Union government to achieve the target of unprecedented development, “he said.  The BJP leader said that concrete steps were taken to improve employment in Ladakh. He said that steps have been taken to reinforce the electricity infrastructure in the region along with the drinking water, roads and other infrastructure. He said that the Modi government has emphasized on the preservation and nurture of local culture and language.

"The 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra' programme focuses on the fast track development in Ladakh after the formation of Union Territory, PM Modi's vision of 'Development Ki Guarantee' and inclusiveness in progress and participation of local people in democracy," said Koul.