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BJP spokesperson Manzoor Bhat questions the Omar Abdullah-led government's performance in Jammu and Kashmir. (Img: Dynamite News)
Srinagar: Nearly two years after the National Conference-led government assumed power in Jammu and Kashmir, questions over employment, workers' demands and election promises have returned to the political spotlight. BJP spokesperson Manzoor Bhat launched a strong criticism of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his government, alleging that several pressing public issues remain unresolved despite the passage of considerable time.
From unemployed educated youth and daily wage workers to ASHA workers and Special Police Officers (SPOs), Bhat highlighted the concerns of different sections of society and questioned whether the government had delivered on its promises.
Reacting to the recent Cabinet reshuffle, Bhat questioned the priorities of the National Conference-led government, alleging that political calculations and positions appeared to be receiving greater attention than public welfare.
He also referred to allegations that some MLAs had paid money to secure ministerial positions. However, these allegations remain unverified, and no independent evidence has been provided to establish their authenticity. Bhat argued that people expect elected representatives to focus on governance, employment and public welfare rather than political positioning.
Raising concerns over the unresolved demands of various sections, the BJP spokesperson questioned the government's achievements since coming to power.
"Nearly two years have passed, but what has this government delivered to the people of Jammu and Kashmir? Daily wagers are still waiting for regularisation, ASHA workers continue to raise concerns over their demands, SPOs are seeking justice, and thousands of educated youngsters remain unemployed. Who has taken responsibility for their problems? Who has delivered justice to them?" Bhat asked.
He alleged that the government had failed to create sufficient genuine employment opportunities, leaving educated young people increasingly frustrated. For thousands of families, unemployment is not merely a political issue. It is a daily struggle involving financial uncertainty, delayed career plans and growing anxiety about the future.
Taking direct aim at Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Bhat questioned the government's repeated references to limitations on its administrative powers. He argued that people expect the elected government to take responsibility for issues affecting their everyday lives.
"When people raise genuine issues, the Chief Minister says that the government has no powers and that nothing is in its hands. The question is simple. If you cannot address the concerns of daily wagers, SPOs, ASHA workers, unemployed youth and ordinary families, then what answers do you have for the people who voted for you?" he said.
Speaking about Jammu and Kashmir's youth, he said the educated young people continue to seek stable employment, while different categories of workers are demanding clarity over their service conditions, regularisation and pending concerns. Daily wagers are seeking regularisation, ASHA workers are pressing for their demands to be addressed, and SPOs are seeking what they describe as justice.
Noting that employment opportunities, financial stability and dignity at work remained important public issues were important concerns for households across the Union Territory, Bhat alleged that the government had not given these matters the attention they deserved.
In another pointed message to the ruling establishment, Bhat said Jammu and Kashmir needed practical solutions rather than political statements. "Jammu and Kashmir does not need political drama or promises that disappear after elections. Our youth need employment, our workers need justice, our employees need dignity, and ordinary families need relief. The future of an entire generation cannot be put at stake because of political calculations and the struggle for ministerial positions," he said.
He also maintained that BJP would continue raising the concerns of SPOs, daily wage workers, ASHA workers and unemployed youth. Bhat urged the Omar Abdullah-led government to publicly explain its achievements and clarify what progress had been made on the promises made during the election campaign.
He also called for time-bound solutions to the pending demands of different sections of society. Concluding his criticism, the BJP spokesperson said, "The people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve accountability, not excuses; employment, not empty promises; and justice, not political assurances."
