LG Sinha Unveils 'Reimagining Jammu & Kashmir' Illustrating Five Years of Progress
The coffee table book compiles Ashish Sharma’s photographs to document transformations in infrastructure, economy and communities since full integration in 2019
Overview
- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched the book in New Delhi on June 16 to present a visual record of Jammu & Kashmir’s post-abrogation changes.
- The narrative traces key dates: August 5, 2019 for Article 370’s removal and June 6 for physical integration linking Kashmir to Kanyakumari.
- Administration efforts guided by the ‘4 Ps’—Peace, Progress, Prosperity and People First—prioritised establishing secure conditions without harassment.
- Five years of investment have driven unprecedented infrastructure upgrades, revived waterways and restored urban vibrancy across the Kashmir Valley.
- Rapid growth in industry, startups and agriculture has supported around one million self-employment opportunities over four years, ensuring inclusive economic gains.