PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para Advocates Major Administrative Overhaul in J&K
Calls for New Divisions and Districts to Strengthen Grassroots Governance
Srinagar, Mar 27 (KNC): Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and Pulwama MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para on Friday urged for a comprehensive administrative restructuring of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing that the creation of new divisions and districts is crucial for decentralised governance and improving accessibility for residents of remote areas.
Speaking to media persons as per news agency Kashmir News Corner — KNC, Para clarified that the move is not politically motivated but aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency.
“It is not a matter of dividing Jammu and Kashmir. The goal is to provide grassroots governance and decentralisation. Chenab is a distant region facing many difficulties. Establishing a division in Rajouri will benefit everyone,” he said.
Para proposed the formation of a Chenab Division and a Pir Panjal Division in Rajouri, along with new districts in areas such as Ashmukam to better coordinate yatra tourism. He also pointed out that towns like Sopore, Handwara, and Tral, which already have police districts, deserve full administrative recognition.
PDP leader added that if delimitation is required, the number of MLAs and Lok Sabha seats could be adjusted accordingly, stressing that the discussion is part of a long-term process focused on ensuring effective governance and grassroots administration in Jammu and Kashmir. (KNC)
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