The Zero Hour proceedings in the ongoing session of Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly today recorded several key issues being raised by the members, focusing on governance and public concerns.

The session began with MLA Kulgam, M.Y. Tarigami, a senior member of the Legislative Assembly besides member of the recently constituted Business Advisory Committee (BAC), addressing a concern raised by the opposition. He clarified that as per the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019, the Speaker has sole discretion in legislative matters without requiring external advice. He also acknowledged the dedication and hard work of the Assembly Secretariat employees.

MLA Pampore, Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi, highlighted the pressing issue of the blocked underpass at the railway crossing in Kakapora. He stressed that the obstruction was severely impacting the public access to agricultural lands and urged for its immediate reopening, particularly in light of the approaching sowing season in the valley.

MLA Pattan, Javaid Riyaz Bedar, drew attention to non-availability of an Anaesthesia Consultant at SDH Pattan. He emphasized the urgent need for immediate posting of a specialist to ensure uninterrupted medical services at the health facility.