Jammu, April 9: Taranjit Singh Tony, Senior Vice President, All J&K Jat Sabha and former DDC Suchetgarh, along with Sukhnandan Choudhary, Senior Vice President, All J&K Jat Sabha and former Cabinet Minister, today called on His Excellency Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, and apprised him about the donation of a large-capacity boat for the convenience and safe transportation of pilgrims visiting the revered Raja Paid Devta Shrine at village Kattal in Nagrota.
During the meeting, the delegation informed the Lieutenant Governor that the boat has been generously donated by Taranjit Singh Tony on behalf of All J&K Jat Sabha as a dedicated service for devotees. They highlighted that the boat is capable of carrying not only passengers but also heavy vehicles including tractors, cars, and motorcycles, ensuring uninterrupted access to the shrine.
They pointed out that the initiative has become essential due to the damaged bridge in the area, which has severely disrupted connectivity and created hardships for locals and pilgrims. The delegation said that nearly 22 panchayats are affected, while a significant number of devotees from R.S. Pura and Suchetgarh regularly visit the shrine to pay obeisance.
The delegation further informed that the reconstruction of the damaged bridge is likely to take around two years, and till then, the donated boat will serve as a crucial alternative, catering to the transportation needs of the local population and visiting devotees.
They emphasized that the boat will act as a vital link for the region, enabling safer and smoother movement, especially during peak pilgrimage periods and religious occasions.
Apart from this initiative, the leaders also raised various developmental and welfare issues concerning the Jat community, seeking focused attention towards infrastructure development and socio-economic upliftment of the Biradari.
His Excellency Manoj Sinha gave a patient hearing to the delegation and appreciated the noble, community-driven effort. He assured that the concerns raised would be taken up on priority and also conveyed that he would inaugurate the donated boat at a convenient date, recognizing its importance in facilitating safe and hassle-free access for devotees.
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