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NC opposes extension of Tosa Maidan lease
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Monday, 24 March 2014
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Srinagar: National Conference
Provincial President Nasir Aslam Wani has reiterated that National Conference
has supported the demand for the closure of the Tosa Maidan firing range and
strongly and unconditionally opposes an extension of the land lease to the
security forces.
According to a statement issued to KNS, NC empathized
with the angst of the people those villages were day to day life and local
economy stands adversely affected due to the firing range. “We are of the
opinion that Tosa Maidan and Drang possess enormous tourism potential and hence
request the Government to explore plans to develop Tosa Maidan, Drang and
adjoining areas as exclusive tourist destinations. We believe that such
initiatives would go a long way in boosting the local economy in Budgam
District, help in creating jobs and further enhance the tourism appeal of the
Kashmir valley.”
Wani also said that National Conference not only endorses
the demand for the closure of the artillery range but also demands that entire
area be combed and scientifically sanitized to prevent any accidental harm to
life and property. “We request the Government to take up the matter with the
concerned authorities so that this issue is resolved to the ultimate benefit of
the affected people.”
Stating that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had set up a
joint panel and has succeeded in getting the army to agree in principal to
vacate the firing range, Wani appreciated the Chief Minister’s personal concern
for the affected people and assured the people of Budgam about National
Conference’s empathy and support. (KNS)
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