I never make false promises: Ahluwalia

EOI, Siliguri, 15 May 2014: Exit polls and political observers are predicting a sure win for Surendra Singh Ahluwalia, the BJP candidate from Darjeeling constituency, who received support from both the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha and the Kamtapuri People’s Party in the recently concluded general election.

The Echo of India recently met Ahluwalia in Darjeeling where he agreed to speak a few words on the election and his plans going forward.

EOI: Why did you choose to contest the election from Darjeeling?

Ahluwalia: It was the party’s decision, but I too had wished to contest from Darjeeling, which is such a lovely place and famous the world over as the queen of the hills.

EOI: What is the first thing you would do for Darjeeling if you emerge victorious?

Ahluwalia: As a representative, I don’t want to make false promises. I will not put my electorate in any embarrassing situation. A man is known for his activities, for his commitments. I will act as a bridge between the government and the people to address the issues of my constituency.

EOI: How will you create more jobs/employment for the people of Darjeeling district?

Ahluwalia: Where there is development, jobs are created automatically and for every step towards achieving development, there should be people who are ready to implement the work that is needed.

EOI: How will you provide better education?

Ahluwalia: The initial infrastructure for quality education Darjeeling has been providing over the years was started by the British and we shall continue to maintain the same high standards. A central university, MBA colleges and several other educational institutions can come up in the hills.

EOI: How will you guarantee women’s empowerment in the hills?

Ahaluwalia: I have noticed the women of Darjeeling district as very hardworking. Hence we should involve them in every step on the path towards development.

EOI: The one thing about you people may not be aware of?

Ahluwalia: I never make false promises.