Srinagar, June 9 -- Twelve years of governance centred on the poor have been marked by a decisive shift in the idea of development-from entitlement-driven welfare to targeted empowerment. The focus has not only been on delivering benefits but also on ensuring that the last mile citizen becomes the first priority of policy. Over this period, welfare has moved from fragmented schemes to structured delivery systems. Direct benefit transfers, expanded financial inclusion, housing support, clean cooking fuel access, sanitation coverage, and food security measures have collectively reduced leakages and improved reach. The poor are no longer passive recipients but active participants in the development process. A defining feature of this governa...