Jammu, Dec 14: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee on Sunday sought an explanation from the Bharatiya Janata Party and demanded a high level independent probe following media revelations alleging the involvement of the ruling party and its representative in the execution of the Rattle hydropower project in Kishtwar.
Reacting to a report published by a national media outlet, JKPCC Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma said the disclosures raise serious questions about the handling of a major public infrastructure project and warrant a thorough investigation to establish the facts. He said the allegations disclosed in the report are grave in nature and have wider public interest implications.
Sharma asserted that the people have a right to know the truth behind the alleged role of the BJP and its representative, especially as the matter has the potential to obstruct the timely execution of the hydropower project. He maintained that the controversy surrounding the project could adversely affect development in the Chenab region and the broader interests of Jammu and Kashmir.
Recalling that the Rattle hydropower project was sanctioned during the UPA government led by former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, the Congress spokesperson said the project was conceived for the welfare of the region. He alleged that the reported hurdles, pressures and controversies emerging during the present dispensation have raised concerns about governance and accountability.
The Congress further pointed to disclosures related to electoral bonds mentioned in the report and said the ruling party must answer questions arising from these allegations. The party reiterated its demand for an impartial and high level inquiry to examine all aspects of the matter and place the truth before the public.
