Jammu, March 8 Jammu and Kashmir today finds itself at a crucial turning point, with the past five to six years witnessing significant changes that have made the governance system more transparent and firmly focused on public service, Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday.
Addressing a gathering after inaugurating the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) headquarters building in Sidhra, Jammu, and the ACB APKS branch in Awantipora, Sinha said these two buildings are not merely structures of steel, glass, and concrete, but they represent a bold declaration of transparency in public life and a corruption-free Union Territory.
"Today, J-K stands at a crucial juncture. Over the past 5-6 years, we have ushered in transformative changes, making the system transparent and dedicated to public service. The entire machinery now operates not for the benefit of a select few, but for every individual across the UT," the Lt Governor said.
He said J-K no longer settles for mediocrity or the ordinary.
"It now dares to dream big. Among our people, a strong belief has taken root that a bright future lies ahead. Fulfilling this vision is also the responsibility of the officers and staff at the Anti-Corruption Bureau," he said.
The Lt Governor called upon the ACB to ensure that each decision, investigation, and prosecution stands firm under the scrutiny of the courts, and to harness the authority granted by the nation's Constitution to expose injustice, eradicate corruption entirely, and earn the trust of the people.
