New Dehli: Today marks a historic visit as Prime Minister Narendra Modi steps into Srinagar for the first time since Article 370 was scrapped. The Bakshi Stadium, draped in the tricolour, is the vibrant backdrop for the 'Viksit Bharat Viksit Jammu Kashmir' program.
PM Modi is set to inject a whopping ₹5,000 crore into the 'Holistic Agriculture Development Programme,' aiming to boost the agri-economy in the region. Additionally, projects worth over ₹1,400 crore in the tourism sector, including the 'Integrated Development of Hazratbal Shrine,' will unfold.
But, it's not all about grand announcements. The city is buzzing with heightened security – drones, CCTV cameras, and intensified foot patrols create a two-kilometer safety radius around the venue. Schools are closed, and exams postponed for a smooth event.
Srinagar has turned into a 'Temporary Red Zone' for drones, ensuring strict penalties for unauthorized operations. Marine commandos patrol Jhelum River and Dal Lake, leaving no room for subversive activities.
The political landscape adds spice to the mix – BJP anticipates a massive turnout, while National Conference leader Omar Abdullah accuses the administration of coercing employees to attend, claiming a staged show of support.
On a musical note, Imran Aziz from Anantnag district composes a three-minute ode to Modi, praising the leader's actions, including the Article 370 move.
Senior BJP leader Tarun Chugh sees a transformed Jammu and Kashmir, from a 'terrorism capital' to a 'tourism capital,' applauding Modi's all-round development efforts. As the rally at Bakshi Stadium unfolds, it's a day of colors, controversies, and claims in the picturesque valley."
