FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2017 DAILY EXCELSIOR, JAMMU daily Excelsior Established 1965 Homage to Martyrs of Mirpur Founder Editor S.D. Rohmetra Romesh Kahryal (Mirpuri) water deep wells which were used for bathing & domestic purposes. Magestic Gurudwara Damdama irpur, identified as Mirpur Chomakh, is in Sahib, Jama Masjid Gkhran, Shiv Temple, Ram MPs and local development Pakistan occupied part of Jammu & Kash- Temple, Arya Samaj Bhawan were the dignity of the Mmir State since 1947. The town was raid- town for spiritual food for Hindus, Sikhs and Mus- ed and devastated by the Kabyali Pathans fully embers of Parliament are allowed a definite lims. Three Urdu daily news papers were published backed by well equipped Pakistan Army on 10th of in Mirpur to impart needed knowledge to the edu- amount from the exchequer called Member of Magar 2004 (25th of November 1947). The majestic cated sections of Mirpuri. In educational field the MParliament Local Area Development Scheme town is no more in existence now as the town lies in town had a high school and recently built degree col- (MPLADS) for undertaking developmental works in deep slumber under the lake water of the Mangla Dam lege in 1947, alongwith a number of primary schools their respective constituencies or areas of preference. constructed by Pakistan Government somewhere in for boys and girls. On an average every Mirpuri fam- early sixties of the nineteenth century. Till 15 August, ily had an educated Matriculate. Some Mirpuris had There is constitutional provision for this allocation. But 1947 when India got independence, Mirpur was a part at the sometimes there are several riders or a definite gone to other states for education as well as business. of Independent Princely State of Jammu and Kash- Few Mirpuris had acquired technical education criteria for the utilization of the funds. Under prescribed mir (An Autocracy till then). Maharaja Hari Singh of abroad as well. Mr Bihari Lal Gupta of Mirpur got rules, there are clear instructions for the respective the State signed the treaty of Accession on October innocent armless Hindus and Sikhs of Mirpur were kerosene Kanaster to feed these street lamps as and engineering degree from London and served as pow- State Governments of how the funds allotted to an MP 26, 1947, about over two months after the creation of brutally killed or burnt alive. when required. A single about one and a half kilo- erful and honest Chief Engineer in Jammu & Kash- are to be utilized and also accounted for. In particular, Secular India on 15th August, 1947. Mirpur was perhaps the biggest trade centre of meter long Bazaar with brick built shops on both mir State. In health & judiciary Mirpuris excelled I was born at Mirpur and often in dreams walk there are instructions that the district level authorities the State and was the gateway of trade of entire State sides, was the main centre for business which had a every region of the State. through the lanes and bazaars of the town, sometimes A large number of Mirpur survivors observe fast are primarily responsible for certification that the funds with other states of British India. The town had over main wholesale business centre named as 'Dharat' in alone and occasionally with my young mates. Mir- 80 percent brick built pacca houses. Some of the front of which trucks for loading & unloading goods (Varat) and organize Parbhat Pharies and Havans on have been expended for genuine projects and purpos- pur by early 1947 had about 10,000 to 12,000 pop- dwellings of few very rich Mirpuries like Diwan could be seen. The Bazar ended both ways in big this black days of 10 Magar in loving memory of es. The District Development Commissioner is the ulation which suddenly swelled to about 25,000 by Chand Shah and Dhangryal brothers were even three gates called 'Hathi Darwazas' which were perhaps thousands of Mirpuris who lost their lives in holo- Nodal authority to endorse the utilizing of funds for par- August 1947 with the influx of displaced refugees storey palatial buildings with western style plumb- which were perhaps built for occasional visits of the caust of 1947. May Almighty bestow peace to all from neighbouring Punjab (Pakistan) as well as dis- ticular project. They are responsible for monitoring and ing system. In absence of electricity, the administra- Maharajas. The town was built on a slopy hillock those who sacrificed their lives in 1947 at Mirpur placed Hindus and Sikhs families from surrounding and keep us survivors and our future generation to reporting on at least 10 per cent of the works undertak- tion managed oil lit street lights hung on street walls and the low lying area called 'Khud' was connected villages of rural Mirpur. It was a great tragedy of which used to be lit up at night by a paid employee with it by about a dozen zigzag pathways called continue paying homage to these martyrs. en. There is nothing like absolute freedom for the MPs 1947 partition of British India in which about 20000 who could be seen moving with a ladder and a 'Dhakies'. Usually, the Dhakies ended up at a sweet [email protected] to utilize their funds where they like and as they like. However, in the case of our State, we will find on Col J P Singh Rajputs who did it. Maharana Pratap had successfully fought to close examination that there is hardly any coordination anjay Leela Bhansali and thwart Akbar's efforts to subdue worth the name between the Planning, Development his film 'Padmavati' have Padmavati sword strikes in Rajputana Mewar. The history of Mewar has and Monitoring Department and Nodal District Screated a pandemonium in been written with the blood of tion of love scenes between Rani mavati heard by generations down his proposal but a compro- ring chapter in Indian history for the country. Several Rajput Rana Kmbha, Rana Sanga and the Development Commissioners. The guidelines of groups across India are vehe- Padmavati and Khilji in dream through 'Dadi-nani ki Kahanian', mise was finally reached. Sultan it was there that fierce battles Rajput warriors. That is why the MPLADS issued by the Union Ministry of Statistics and mently opposing the release of sequels spread, tempers rose in ballads, folk songs and various could see Padmavati's reflection were fought by Rajputs for their Rajputs of Mewar are more con- 'Padmavati' alleging that it dis- Rajput community although local narrations/texts. Hence it in the mirror if he came unarmed honour and of their women. Sto- Programme Implementation clearly state that the con- spicuously against the film. torts Rajputana history, violates nothing is clear whether the film becomes difficult for Rajputs to into the Fort. Accordingly, at the ry of Rani Padmavati is also the cerned State Government will assign monitoring of British also recognized their val- martial traditions and hurts their has such objectionable scenes or accept / tolerate a distorted ver- given hour, Sultan reached the story of chivalry of Rajput men our. James Todd, a British histo- works to a department or a dedicated cell so as to sentiments. The film has been in not. It is also not clear whether the sion of their deity. The question fort and glimpsed the reflection of and women. It is here that the vis- rian was impressed with military ensure their timely completion. Moreover, the con- controversy ever since its shoot- intention of the producer is to before them is 'what will the peo- the beautiful Rani standing by a itors see the mirror in which Khilji ethos of Rajputs. He was enam- ing started a year ago. On the eve show the valour and martial tra- ple think of Rajput Rani if she is lotus pool. Courteously, the Rana saw the Rani, the vast forts, cerned State shall authorize its officers to inspect oured by their bravery and fight- of its release, entire Rajasthan, ditions of Rajputs or beauty and portrayed badly'. The impression came upto the outer gate to see palaces and ruins that are related MPLADS works for ensuring quality. Looking into this ing skills and wrote about it in his where Rajputs are a prominent valour of the Rajput queen(s) or will go around the countrymen him off when Sultan treacherous- to the saga of innumerable sieges, book 'Annals of Rajasthan'. matter retrospectively, it is regretted that the State community, is witnessing to make a very romantic film on after seeing the film that Rajputs ly imprisoned him and demanded battles, heroism and deaths that is British designated Rajputs as Government has hardly made any attempt of imple- protests which have the potential the life of very a beautiful and of Rajputana, the so called war- surrender of Rani Padmavati for slowly becoming a myth with the martial race, meaning that they of spreading country wide and famous Rani for which a war was riors, had been hiding their dark his release. Rani accepted the passage of time. Sanjay Bhansali menting the guidelines issued by the concerned Union are brave, well built, good fight- turning violent. Rajputs allege fought, Kingdom lost, create a spots. When Bollywood, media condition. She played a clever would have done a yeoman serv- Ministry. It has not at any point of time received and for- ers and trust worthy. After inde- that the film depicts Rani Padma- controversy, get publicity and and historians are seen raising trick on Khilji to get her husband ice had he intended to revive it. pendence all the princely states warded the monitoring report from the District vati of Mewar in bad light. There make enough money, a motive of questions on Rajputana heritage released and to save her own hon- Moreover, the character of Rani ruled by Rajputs merged with the Development Commissioner who is the nodal authority are rumours of such scenes as her any film maker. or for that matter on the very exis- our. Khilji was told that Rani will Padmavati in the film is played by Indian Union. To our North, Rana involvement with Muslim invad- Film makers claim that there tence of legendary queen and her come to his camp next day with one of the most beautiful and for submission of inspection report. The State Rajput dynasty of Nepal, which er Ala-ud-din Khilji in intimate are no objectionable scenes. On sacrifice under the guise of 'free- her maidens. Early next day a romantic actor Deepika Government has never taken this task seriously. had migrated from Rajasthan, love in dream sequels. Protesters the contrary, they claim, it is a cin- dom of expression and legality' long queue of Palanquins entered Padukone. That also raises ruled Nepal from 1846 to 1951. This unfolds a serious flaw in the policy according to threatened director and actors, ematic masterpiece depicting the protests are bound to occur. Khilji's camp. Rani wished to doubts. Rani Padmavati is seen as The Dogra Rajput Raj ended in which allocations are made to the MPs and the purpose burnt their effigies, blocked entry Rajput valour, dignity and martial The earliest mention of Rani meet her husband before coming symbol of valour and sacrifice in J&K in 1947. Having lost power, to Kumbhalgarh and Chittorgarh traditions in its pristine glory. But Padmavati is found in Padmavat, over to him. Half an hour was Rajasthan. Hence no romantic or for which these allocations are made. Forts and are demanding editing by and large the Rajputs are nos- are not prepared to show the film the epic poem, written by Malik granted for the meeting. At that derogatory scenes, distorted Jhu- The fact is that Union Government wants assurance of objectionable scenes. (Kumb- talgic of their past and keenly con- for verification. That creates Muhammad Jayasi in 1540. As time an armed band of Rajputs mar dance with thumkas or Jauhar halgarh is the birth place of leg- scious of their genealogy. They and certification that funds are utilized for precisely the doubts. Seeing the public reac- per his version Padmavati was an sprang from the Palanquins and can be associated with such a endary Maharana Pratap of cherish their ethos which are mar- purposes that are enumerated in the plan and that tion, film producer has deferred exceptionally beautiful princess fell upon Khilji's army and freed Rajput queen even if it is acted by Rajputana). In Kota, Rajput tial in spirit. They possess cherish its release and Karni Sena has of Singhal Kingdom (Srilanka). Rana following which Khilji a versatile and popular heroine. there is full scale involvement of the State Government women wearing turbans wielded pride in their lineage and tradi- deferred 1st December protest. Rana Rattan Singh of Chittor attacked Chittor. When its fall Patriotism, sacrifice, warrior- in the developmental projects. It is unfortunate that the swords in the streets and demand- tions. Rajput women are general- While the dictatorial and violent heard of her exceptional beauty became imminent, Rani Padma- hood and honour are the ideals of ed ban on the film. Rajput Karni ly conservative and follow the State Government is not taking this matter with serious- stance of Karni Sena is con- from a Parrot. He went to Sing- vati alongwith 6000 Rajput Rajputs. Mughals made use of it. Sena, announced a country wide custom of Purdah. With this sort ness as is evident from how it is soft paddling on the demnable, distortions of histori- hal, married Padmavati and women performed Jauhar (self It was due to the support of protest on 1st December which of heritage, intentional distortion issue of monitoring. Nodal District Development cal facts by film makers, for brought her to Chittor. Intrigued immolation). Rana and the Rajputs that emperor Akbar laid was the proposed date of its of their past will be a great injus- which Bollywood, particularly by the tales of beauty, wit and Rajputs died a heroic death fight- the foundation of vast Mughal Commissioners have not evolved any mechanism to release. Akhil Bhatiya Amar tice to the community. Therefore Sanjay Bhansali, is notoriously charm of Rani of Chittor, Ala-ud- ing the invaders in the battlefield. empire in India. Some Rajput ensure inspection of 10 percent of the works under Kshatriya Rajput Maha-sabha has film Padmavati should be shown known, is also objectionable. din Khilji, the Sultan of Delhi, Rani and other women saved their nobles made matrimonial also extended its support to the to the select body of Rajput intel- implementation every year and they largely rely on the Coming to the controversy of decided to verify it himself for honour by offering themselves to alliances with him for political agitation. Various State Govts lectuals, historians and social reports of the executing agencies despite the fact that it its what and why? It is about 14th which he surrounded Chittor, sent the sacred fire, called Jauhar. Oth- reasons. But the Sisodia Rulers of have banned its screening unless workers and their serious objec- century legendary Rani Padma- a message to Rana that he will lift erwise they would have fallen to Mewar didn't engage in any mat- is only during physical verification that quality of the edited. Its ripples have reached tions entertained. work can be checked. Moreover, the implementing Jammu also. vati of Chittor. Why! because it the siege if he could meet the the invader. This and other stories rimonial alliances with Mughals distorts the character of Rani Pad- graceful Rani. Rajputs turned of Chittor, are one of the most stir- and thus stood apart from those [email protected] agencies are not furnishing physical and financial As the rumours about depic- progress of each work to the concerned district author- Dr. Sudershan Kumar sore in eyes of Pakistan authori- ities every month despite the fact that much stress has ties and they are up in antes to fghan President Ashraf sabotage India's efforts. Attack been laid on this. Ghani's recent visit to Indo Afghan relations in current scenario We want that the MPs should utilize the allocated on Indian national and on Indian AIndia (which was third in relationship is not only limited to Ghaffar Khan and Khan Sahib. nations and Muslim world. He damentalists. This paved the way embassy are glaring examples. seventeen months)can be seen as funds prudently and on priority. The State Government the level of political engagements These leaders supported Indian opened large number of for the Indian Government to re- More over dynamics of the the recognition by Afghanistan of may have hesitation to become a monitor of the work between Governments at Kabul National congress over and Madrasas for radicalization and establish diplomatic ties with the region is not in India's favour. the steadfast contributions of and at Delhi, but it has its foun- above muslim league and active- providing training to younger New Afghan Government and Three central asian countries done for which the MPs has paid from the special funds India towards building a strong dations on mutual affection ly participated in India's freedom Afghans to fight against Soviet provided support in building namely Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan provided to him or her by the Parliament. We may sug- stable and peaceful Afghanistan. between the people of the two movement. But after partition troops. It is important to state here infrastructure in Afghanistan. In and Kazakhstan stacked above This fact has also been well gest that the Parliament should devise a mechanism in countries. The foundation of this Afghanistan share long border acknowledged and elucidated North West Front Area (NWFA) that in 1947 there were only 179 2005 India proposed Afghanistan which not the administrative machinery of the States relationship has been since cen- with China. China has made internationally including the US became a part of Pakistan against Madrasas in Pakistan but as on for the membership among turies dating back to the times of huge investments there. This but the MPs themselves shall have to be held respon- President Donald Trump who in the wishes of local masses. Thus date the number has gone up to SAARC countries. Since then Indus valley civilization. region is already flooded with sible for failure to forward monitoring report and his new Afghanistan policy has Pakistan came with close prox- nearly 40,000. Half of them are India's relation with Afghanistan The history of Afghanistan Chinese goods. Therefore, these also acknowledged India's con- imity to Afghanistan and shared not even registered. These are upbeat and have been swing- progress in the projects that are underway. Of course in can be seen from the Seleucid tribution towards rebuilding of its land borders, whereas India Madrasas acted as kindergarterns ing in an upward direction. Till nations along with China will not the matter of identifying the projects of development the Empire who controlled that Afghanistan. Also on the other had no direct access to for training younger Afghan date India has spent 2 billion US let India to establish its footings region known as today's State Government will have its full say because it has to side Donald Trump in its state- Afghanistan.Even then India's youths who had fled from their dollars in building roads, dam, in Afghanistan. Afghanistan.Earlier Alexander coordinate these activities with the district level devel- ment reprimanded Pakistan, who relation with Afghanistan were homeland in dismal. The training infrastructure and many other The author is of the view that opmental plans also. was made a Non NATO ally and took this region away from warm and intimate during the encompassed tactics of guerrilla activities and signed many whatever India has done so far is provided aid to the tune of mil- Aryans and established his own period of King Zahir Shah and warfare, carrying out terror activ- agreements. Besides India has only by using USA poggy shoul- lions of US dollars which has settlement there. But Seleucus Mohammad Daud Khan until ities in Afghanistan and to fight initiated trade through air and ders. Therefore Indian experts and Saffron industry under threat been used in assisting and nurtur- Nicator gave back to Chander Marxists took control through against Soviet troops. As a result also made sea route opera- policy planners must critically ing terror groups, who are killing Gupte, who brought Buddhism coup. During Marxists rule, large number terror groups tional through chabahar port of examine the explosive situation t one time in the history of Kashmir saffron was Americans in Afghanistan. He from India. Subsequently this though nationalists views had emanated and thrived. Notably Iran.Through this new route emerging in Afghanistan due to the main item of export to the world outside and further endorsed to Pakistan that region was conquered by Greco- dominance in Afghanistan yet among them were Taliban, India has sent tonnes of wheat to various terror organisations like thus it had become the mainstay of Kashmir's it will have to freeze their terror Bactrian Kingdom. Subsequent- fundamentalists had started Haqqani, Al Qaeda etc. These Afghanistan. Thus India has Haqqani, Taliban and Al Qadea A ly larger portion of it seceded and spreading its wings. It is pertinent groups continued their subver- been playing a constructive role economy. Saffron export to Central Asian region and sanctuaries existing on its soil. who have established their roots in became a part of Indo-Greek to mention here that Soviet inva- sive activities even after with- in Afghanistan. beyond through the ancient Silk Road came to be This stern message did send Afghanistan and believe in self shock waves among policy plan- Kingdom. But in the later part of sion in Afghanistan brought lot of drawal of Soviet Army, till they But at the same time one rule.There fore India in consulta- 2nd Century Indo-Scythians cap- stopped when the Mongols rose in Central Asia and ners in Pak Government, Pak- miseries, despodency for the peo- established Taliban rule. This needs to re look at the internal sit- tion with other countries must tured it from Indo Greek and their hordes became a threat to the entire trade carried istani Army and ISI.Thus both the ple of Afghanistan. Over a peri- Taliban rule toed the line of Pak- uation in Afghanistan where var- evolve a strategy to establish peace merged it with their empire. Dur- out along the Silk Road. After independence in 1947, incidents of recognizing Pak- od of ten years i.e. from soviet istan's army ISI and they facili- ious terror groups are still in in Afghanistan by taking all the ing this period, Afghanistan had troops occupation to its with- tated hijacking of Air India flight process and strike as per their istan's role in destabilizing stakeholders in confidence for saffron industry in Kashmir was almost revived and in deep influence of Hindu's, Bud- drawal nearly 5,62,000 to 817 from Kathmandu to Kanda- will. Even the Americans over a Afghanistan and appreciating talks.This will pave a way for an due course of time it flourished making the saffron dhists and Zoroastrians culture 2,00,000 civilians were annihi- har. This incident was the step- decade and half have been inef- India's contribution in era of lasting peace in south Asia growers and traders prosperous. The State Afghanistan by USA think tank until the arrival of Islam in sev- lated and many fled the country. ping stone from which Indo fectual for making any dent on enth century. Even then Hindus Soviet army also suffered heavy Afghan relations started hitting various terror organisations and which will be beneficial for youths Government tampered with the smooth saffron trade by and international community car- of this region.Failing which , rela- ries immense implications and and Muslim were living together causalities. Nearly 15000 troops an all time low. This status quo in failed in their mission to com- introducing the controversial Saffron Mission in 2007. It tion ship with Afghanistan will they expect India to do much peacefully. From 10th century to died in action and many more suf- relations lingered on till US allied pletely dismantle and obliterate opened the floodgate for converting the saffron produc- more economically for the better- 18th Century Ghaznavis, Ghuris, fered from injuries. But signifi- forces entered into Afghanistan them from Afghanistan. These always be a bumpy ride on a slip- ing lands into residential and commercial land. People ment of Afghanistan and play a Khiljis, Suris Durranies and cantly it crippled the Soviet econ- in search for Osama bin laden, the terror groups are offering a for- pery road which will not yield much with big money rushed to Pampore and with the instru- role of regional power. Mughals invaded North India omy. At the same time this peri- main suspect of 9/11 attacks at midable impedance to American dividends , but will be exploited by many times and looted all its its adversaries viz Pakistan and mentality of land mafia purchased lands and converted Traditionally India and od was best used by Pakistan dic- USA. These allied forces dis- troops with indirect support from Afghanistan have strong rela- wealth. During Mughal period tator General Zia ul Haq in estab- lodged Taliban and established a Pakistan's ISI and Army. India's China. these to residential and commercial units. No wonder tionship based on historical and (1506-1858) many Afghans lishing its roots of radicalization democratically elected Govern- sincere and honest support for (The author is former Director General even Government functionaries could be accomplices cultural lines and has a spiritual migrated to India. Notably in Afghanistan with the backing ment under president Hamid building a strong developed DRDO & Special Secretary MOD GOI) in this type of criminal activity. and civilizational connect. This among them were Khan Abdul and abutment of USA, Western Karzai against the wishes of fun- Afghanistan are always been [email protected] Saffron production is possible only in this particular area of Pampore plateau with special soil and also with special ecological and environmental conditions. Saffron Refined Agricultural Technologies A Bus Stand that Isn't! is an over ground flower and perhaps it requires pollution Sir, Sir, free air and environs. May be the polluted air has dam- The green revolution gave a sudden boost to the production and productivity of major cere- al crops in India. Yet, there are several challenges and downstream consequences being faced Catering the commuters of Jammu, is a bus stand (as they call it) shabbily on display in the premises of the aged the growth of the flower. Prior to 2007, when city. Watch for your steps, and keep your eyes open, any bus can take you anywhere! Government was yet to introduce its ambitious Saffron by the Indian farmers. The impact of green revolution remained confined to the assured irrigat- ed areas. The agricultural research has success to selected crops. There is a great difference Whilst you will be busy exploring a little corridor that leads to the buses heavily crowded with barber shops, Mission, 5100 hectares of land was under saffron cultiva- between the actual and potential yields. Deterioration of soil health, ground water depletion, fruit thelas, and a rush of travel agents yelling at the peak of their voices, trying hard to grab few eyeballs already tion, which has now reduced to 3,715 hectares owing to gap between rich and poor, regional imbalance, environmental pollution etc. are the conse- awestruck as to what makes this place of much 'importance' in utter shambles, your nose shall not find a chance unregulated urbanization and Government's inability to quences of intensive agriculture following green revolution. There is need to rectify the region- to breath as the place literally stinks like a dumping station. As there is no government authority to take your save the saffron land. This is what the local people say al disparities, technological empowerment, food insecurity, fatigued green revolution, malnu- grievances into account, it won't make a difference if they even would be. Forget about the suggestion boxes trition etc. Technology choice have a critical impact on many aspects of agricultural develop- kept for instance! but the Director of Agriculture has a different story. He Located on B.C Road, Jammu it is unclear if it's a one-stop destination for travelers dreaming of wander- claims that there is no shrinking of saffron producing land ment, especially the way we choose it, the way we innovate and design them and the way we deliver them to masses. Technology must be carefully chosen to enable local people to acquire lust. Definitely, a must go for those who expect dinginess to derive new definition. Not shaming any authority, and no land has been converted into residential or com- and imbibe knowledge according to their needs and environment. It is necessary to develop and or individual but the venue definitely is outstanding in its own explanation; pathetic. Well, it succeeds in pro- mercial unit. This contradictory statement makes things introduce appropriate technologies coupled with sound delivery systems which ensure econom- viding boarding facilities for urgent commuters as simultaneous queues of buses takes up the road choking the more complicated and at least one thing which is gener- ic and ecological sustainability and optimum use of local resources emphasizing on capacity city traffic efficiently. Want information for your bus? Try locating the counter in the midst of vegetable sell- ers, chain-smokers and completely uninterested individual who is sure to take few of your minutes of your life ally inferred is that the traditional saffron farmers feel that building and technological empowerment, particularly of small and marginal farmers. to actually understand what your query is. Its like we are asking what NASA's next expedition is going to be the era of saffron production is over and change being Mostly the agricultural technologies are not appropriate for small and marginal farmers. In conventional researches, there was negligible involvement of the farmers. These factors com- about! the law of the world, they must also change and look for pel the extension personnel and researchers to shift to more farmer-oriented, holistic and inter- Blame game is bound to begin. With traders and businessmen trying hard not to get the bus stand shifted to new avenues of sustenance because the land will get disciplinary approach for technology development and its dissemination. There is need to involve outskirts as it graces the heart of city, it is suggested that turning a blind eye to the scenario is obviously not an reduced and pollution will not be controlled. It is so sad the farmers for assessment and refinement of technology. The experience of the farmers should appreciable move. Such landmarks portrays city in bad light. The land of temples definitely needs none other that the Government is playing a non serious role and is be considered in research planning. than a commendable job done; it requires a bus stand, I mean, a real one. Yours etc... not waking up to save this prestigious agrarian activity Yours etc... B Lal Yetesh Sharma that has once been the mainstay of Kashmir economy. Reasi IIMC Jammu