MT News Service
Jammu, November 24:
Minister Counselor for Political Affairs in the United States Embassy in New Delhi Mr. Graham Mayer today called on former Minister and senior Congress leader Raman Bhalla here and discussed matters of mutual and bilateral interest.During their interaction, Bhalla dwelt upon a volley of subjects including the great role played by Congress in strengthening democracy in Jammu and Kashmir, female literacy and decentralisation of powers, involving people at the grass roots level in decision making and empowering marginalized segments of the society in a bigger way. He particularly made a mention of amity and tranquility ensured by the Congress leaderhip during most difficult times.He emphasized that Congress envisioned and worked towards building a strong, prosperous and secular Jammu and Kashmir. The spirit of inclusiveness is being promoted and sustained by Smt Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to transform J&K as a vibrant state. He said Congress reflects the genuine urges and aspirations of the people and is committed to their progress and prosperity. He said his party has been relentlessly working towards peace and normalcy across the state.The visiting US envoys and Bhalla, also discussed the strides made in education, healthcare, tourism and other sectors of economy over the decades.
