Jammu, Sep 1 (Representative) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said that culprits involved in recruitment scams will not be spared. “Strict action shall be taken as per the law against the culprits for alleged irregularities in recruitment examination of Sub-Inspector, Financial Account Assistant and Junior Engineer,” Sinha said while speaking at the celebration of 37th Foundation day of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) and 12th Annual day of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul, Charan Paduka, Katra at the Matrika Auditorium of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University. “There were complaints of irregularities in the recruitment examination of Sub-Inspector, Financial Account Assistant and Junior Engineer.
High-level committee investigated into the allegations without delay and keeping in view the recommendation of the committee, the investigation of these three examinations has been handed over to the CBI,” said the Lt Governor. He further said, “I want to assure the youth that there will no compromise on transparency and merit. Justice will be ensured, their ability and merit will be respected and strict action will be taken against all those elements who have unethically tried to harm the future of meritorious aspirants. “On the occasion, the Lt Governor laid the foundation stone of various projects of Shrine Board and Gurukul, including a new hostel for the expansion of Gurukul and accommodation facilities for Shrine Board’s employees at Ardhkuwari and Banganga.
Taking another significant welfare step for the employees of the Shrine Board, the Lt Governor announced hardship allowance for 1450 SMVDSB employees posted at Higher Altitude. The Lt Governor also rolled out new RFID system for the convenience of the passengers. The system will ensure seamless access control with minimal hassle to devotees. For better crowd management and tracking of the Yatris, 29 counters and control rooms have been set up in Katra and verification counters have been set up at 7 locations on the track. It was further informed that the work on Spiritual Theme Park will commence before the auspicious occasion of Navratras.
Addressing the gathering, the Lt Governor congratulated all the Members, stakeholders and everyone associated with the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul for the Foundation Day. Observing that Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul is the center of knowledge and wisdom, the Lt Governor said that the Gurukul is a perfect medium to develop the future leaders who will be well accustomed with the Modern, Traditional, and Spiritual Education.From the last 12 years, the Gurukul is paving the way for the strong spiritual-cultural foundation of J&K.