Lauding the people's enthusiasm for the 3-tier PRI System, the Minister said that only by strengthening grass root democracy, the democracy can be truly empowered and a novel start has been initiated in J&K under the leadership of the Prime Minister. "We are working towards establishing peace and order in Jammu & Kashmir and only with durable peace, prosperity and progress shall prevail" the Minister said. Earlier the minister inspected stalls set up by various departments as part of "Block Diwas" highlighting various schemes being implemented in the district and showcasing the local heritage of handicraft and handloom products. Those present at the event included DDC Chairperson Jammu Bharat Bhushan, President Municipal Council Akhnoor Surinder Sharma, Chairperson BDC Akhnoor Kiran Pawar, Member DDC Akhnoor Sharda Bhau, DC Jammu Anshul Garg, DDCs, BDCs, and among others.