They say that this century is going to be an Asian Century. I am very clear that without embracing the path and ideals shown by Gautam Buddha this century cannot be an Asian century!

I have always believed in development over votebank politics.

Our space programme has overcome many hurdles. At the same time it is one of the most cost effective programmes. This should make us proud.

People say I am lucky. I am lucky indeed because what can be better luck than to have the blessings of 125 crore Indians.

I am not doing any favour, only performing a duty; this victory is a result of struggle of five generations.

Bank accounts for each household is a national priority for us. We need to rise to the occasion & successfully overcome this challenge.

It is every Indian's dream that J&K is happy & there is prosperity. We have to work for this, be it in power or not in power.