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LG Sinha Calls for Building India of Freedom Fighters' Dream at Statue Unveiling

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appealed for building the India envisioned by freedom fighters, where every individual participates in progress. He was speaking at a ceremony to unveil the statue of noted social worker and educator Vijay Bahadur Singh in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh. Sinha highlighted India's decisive march towards becoming a developed nation by 2047, framing it as a national resolve. He also detailed developmental achievements, including housing, connectivity, and digital empowerment, particularly crediting the current national leadership.

Key Points: J&K LG Manoj Sinha on Nation Building & 2047 Vision

  • Call for inclusive nation building
  • Homage to social worker Vijay Bahadur Singh
  • Vision for developed India by 2047
  • Highlighting developmental achievements under current leadership
  • Emphasis on education and social empowerment
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J&K L-G appeals for building India of our freedom fighters' dream of equal participation in nation building

J&K LG Manoj Sinha appeals for building an India of equal participation, honoring social worker Vijay Bahadur Singh and highlighting national progress.

"India is moving decisively towards becoming a developed nation. The goal of 2047 is not merely a date; it is a national resolve. - L-G Manoj Sinha"

Jammu, April 21

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday called for "building India which our freedom fighters once dreamt of and in which every section and every individual is part of the mainstream of progress".

"India is moving decisively towards becoming a developed nation. The goal of 2047 is not merely a date; it is a national resolve," the L-G said while speaking at the statue unveiling ceremony of Vijay Bahadur Singh, a well‑known social worker and the founder of Mahamandaleshwar Bal Krishna Yati Inter College at Ghazipur in Uttar Pradesh.

Paying homage to Vijay Bahadur Singh, L-G Sinha noted that he discharged his duties without any expectation, served without any desire for fame, and built not for himself but for the coming generations.

He emphasised that we must carry the ideals of Vijay Bahadur Singh Ji, a true karma‑yogi, to every section of society.

"I feel particularly proud that Vijay Bahadur Singh Ji did not ask what Bindravan could do for him; instead, he showed what Bindravan and the Jakhania region could do for themselves. This Inter College, born of a people's movement, is just a small symbol of his transformative work."

"Vijay Bahadur Singh Ji did not merely establish a college; he made a pledge, a promise to the future. In 1974, when he laid the foundation of this institution, there was no major financial support and no assurance of success. All he had was an unshakeable belief that education is the power which can change society," the L-G said.

He also spoke about service, sacrifice and nation‑building.

He highlighted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has taken development beyond mere statistics and carried it to every doorstep.

The L-G said that crores of families who once had no roof over their heads now have their own homes, and this has brought them dignity and security in society.

"Roads have reached every village, the number of airports has doubled, the digital revolution has connected every section of society. Today, the marginalised section have bank accounts, they have an identity, they hold smartphones for financial transactions, and in my view this is not merely technological progress but social empowerment."

He added that in far‑flung regions of the country, new schools, new universities and a new education policy together have begun to build an India in which the hands of the youth hold the reins of the future.

"The facilities now available particularly for girls are unprecedented in our history, and the purpose of education through innovation and research is no longer merely to pass exams but to create an aware and responsible citizen," L-G Sinha said.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's heartening to hear about the focus on education, especially for girls. The new education policy is a step in the right direction. However, I hope this vision of "equal participation" truly reaches every corner of J&K and the rest of India. The gap between speeches on stage and reality on the ground still needs to be bridged.
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Rohit P
Absolutely right! The digital revolution and infrastructure push have been game-changers. My village in Bihar got a proper road last year and it has changed everything - access to markets, hospitals, everything. This is what development should feel like. Kudos to the efforts.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked with NGOs in rural UP, I've seen firsthand the transformative power of local heroes like Singh. Governments can build roads, but it's these community leaders who build spirit and hope. More power to such stories being highlighted.
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Vikram M
The sentiment is good, but I wish there was less politics mixed in with tributes to social workers. Can we not just appreciate a man's work without linking it to current leadership? Let the work stand on its own merit. That would be a truer tribute.
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Kavya N
True progress is when every individual feels they are part of the mainstream. The mention of homes for the homeless, bank accounts for the marginalised – these are tangible wins. Hope this momentum continues and includes quality healthcare and job creation with the same zeal.

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