Jammu, Sept. 30 -- Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha on Monday avowed his commitment to bridging the gap between rural and urban J&K, saying that the "truest evidence of the Central government's commitment to J&K can be seen in performance over the last five to six years."

Addressing the Swachhata Vijayotsav organised by the department of rural development and panchayati raj here, Sinha reaffirmed his resolve to ensure prosperity in the region. "Initiatives under education, social welfare, rural development, urban development and healthcare are integral to building a just and inclusive society. We must push through challenges to achieve the goals of a prosperous rural J&K," he said.

Highlighting the importance of cleanli...