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| Data released by Niti Aayog on poverty in J&K manipulated, dubious: Rattan Lal | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 22: J&K National Conference today disappointed over the recent data released by Niti Aayog, claiming that one million people from Jammu and Kashmir have escaped poverty. The Party has raised questions about the authenticity of the data, asserting that it appears to be manipulated and dubious, possibly aimed at advancing certain political motives.
In a statement issued here today, Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President JKNC, Jammu, believed that the data released by Niti Aayog misrepresents the current situation in Jammu and Kashmir.
He asserted the Union Home Minister, during his parliamentary address, had assured the nation of the creation of new employment opportunities in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370. However, after passing of nearly four years, not a single Multi-National Company has established itself in the region.
Rattan Lal Gupta mentioned that nearly 8 lakhs registered youth with the Directorate of Employment are unemployed, with two lakh of them being educated individuals in the state. The escalating unemployment rate in Jammu and Kashmir is alarming, reaching unprecedented levels, surpassing the national average and causing considerable distress among the populace, he said.
Furthermore, the industrial sector in J&K is on the verge of closure, with several industries struggling to sustain operations, leading to a crippling impact on the job market. The per capita income in Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a significant decline, further exacerbating the economic challenges faced by the people, he said, adding that such developments are misleading the people and undermining their faith in the government's promises.
"Another worrisome aspect that challenges the claims made by Niti Aayog is the prevailing inflation in Jammu and Kashmir. The region is currently experiencing the highest ever inflation era, with essential commodities witnessing sky-high rates. The skyrocketing prices of basic necessities have placed an immense burden on the already marginalized sections of society, further pushing them into poverty," he said.
In view of above mentioned facts, Rattan Lal Gupta questioned the credibility and accuracy of the data released by the Niti Aayog regarding poverty alleviation in Jammu and Kashmir. The stark contrast between the ground reality and their statement raises doubts about the methodology and data used for such claims, he objected.
The Provincial President asked the Niti Aayog to conduct a comprehensive and unbiased assessment of the economic and social conditions in Jammu and Kashmir. "It is imperative to address the root causes of poverty and unemployment in the region and devise effective strategies for sustainable development," he said and asked the government to prioritize job creation and reinvigorate the industrial sector, which is critical for economic growth and stability in Jammu and Kashmir. |
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