Uday, Rajni Bala protests against Govt's move on Smart Meters, Property Tax

Sh Uday Bhanu chib along with Smt Rajni Bala corporator ward no 60 organized a protest today against the recent decision of the government to switch from Smart Electricity Meters to Prepaid Meters and imposition of property tax in Jammu.

In this regard, senior Congress leaders Hari Singh Chib, President DDC Rural, Yogesh Sawhney, President DCC Urban and former Minister, Uday Chib, President J&KPYC, Rajni Bala, Councillor Ward 60 and senior Congress leader along with workers and supporters assembled in Jammu North Assembly segment and staged vigorous Massive protest against the government.

Talking to reporters, Yogesh Sawhney, President of DDC Jammu Urban and former minister, expressed his disappointment with the BJP's failure to meet the aspirations of the J&K people. He highlighted the current state of dissatisfaction and distress among the citizens, stating that there is a hue and cry everywhere.

Hari Singh Chib highlighted the failure of the present government in fulfilling the aspirations of the J&K people. He voiced his concerns about the government's actions, stating that they are working against the wishes and aspirations of the general public.

Hari Singh Chib criticized the Mayor of Jammu for misleading the people with false information regarding the government's purchase of power at Rs 9 per unit. Chib revealed that the actual price at which the government is purchasing power is Rs 3.75 per unit. He emphasized the need for integrity in high-ranking officials, such as the Mayor, and urged him to refrain from making misleading statements.

Rajni Bala, Councillor of Ward No 60 and senior Congress leader, criticized the government's decision to impose property tax on the people of Jammu. She pointed out that the government did not even bother to consult elected representatives before imposing this tax in the state. Bala emphasized the importance of inclusive decision-making and urged the government to consider the views of those who represent the people.

Uday Chib, President of J&K Pradesh Youth Congress, shed light on the challenges faced by the youth as a result of hollow policies implemented by the BJP government at the Centre. He shared that nearly eight lakhs youth are unemployed in J&K alone, which is a matter of serious concern. Chib expressed his disappointment with the lack of comprehensive policies for the youth and urged the people to support and strengthen the Congress party to rid themselves of the hollow policies of BJP misrule.

The protesting Congress leaders asked the government to reconsider its decisions and prioritize the welfare of the J&K people. They urged the general public to support and strengthen the Congress party to bring about meaningful change and alleviate the challenges faced by the community.

Among those who joined the protest include sh Som nath Sharma President BCC Pata Paloura,Om Parkash, Anirudh Sawhney,sh Shahbaj khan,Sh Dev Raj,sh HS Baghi,sh Surinder sh RishivKumar,sh Pummy Manhas,Dr Chander Mohan sharma,Dr Raj Pal Hans,sh Tarun vaid,sh virender Mehta,sh shinda,smt Parveen Akhtar,Smt Raj Bibi,ch Afiz,Sh Harjeet singh,capt khushi Ram,sh Jung Bahadur singh,sh kamal singh,mr chopra,sh Billa, Smt veena devi,poli devi,Smt Darshna devi,smt Mamta Gupta.sh Madan singh chib,sh sonu,sh Rahul Padha and others