Srinagar, Oct 1: Governor, Satya Pal Malik on Monday emphasized on the need of making grass root level democratic institutions vibrant so to bring the holistic development of towns and villages.

He said this during his meeting with Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, MLA Amira Kadal and a former Minister, who called on the Governor at the Raj Bhavan here Monday and extended warm greetings to Malik on his appointment as Governor of J&K.

Bukhari apprised Governor about a range of issues relating to development of his Constituency and initiatives taken for public welfare.

Governor and Bukhari discussed about the steps required to provide opportunities to the youth to hone their skills in the arenas of sports and cultural activities.

Governor emphasized the crucial importance of making grass root level democratic institutions vibrant for bringing about holistic development of towns and villages. He urged Bukhari to continue his sustained endeavours for promoting peace and development in the State.

Sheikh Abdul Rehman, former Member Parliament, also met Governor Satya Pal Malik here today. The two discussed about a range of issues relating to the growth and development in the State and maintenance of peace and normalcy here. He also apprised Governor about various development issues of Chenab Valley region.

Governor urged Rehman to continue his sustained endeavours for promoting public welfare.