The Advisor to the Prime Minister, Tarun Kapoor, undertook a comprehensive review of the development course of Jammu and Kashmir, covering various sectors. At a high-level meeting convened in Srinagar, Mr Tarun Kapoor was briefed on the significance, current status and projected completion timelines of various major development projects. These projects include various hydroelectric power projects in J&K, key railway projects including the landmark Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), and new corridors like Qazigund-Budgam double line, Baramulla-Uri, Sopore-Kupwara, Anantnag-Pahalgam and Jammu-Katra double line. The Road infrastructure, being implemented by NHAI, NHIDCL and BRO, was also reviewed. A detailed review was conducted on the AIIMS campuses at Jammu and Srinagar.
With a vision for a greener future, the Advisor took stock of solar initiatives under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, spearheaded by the government agencies of PDD and J&K Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA). The Dal Lake’s health was also discussed with a review of the existing and proposed Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) to improve water quality and preserve the lake’s ecological balance. The meeting brought together Administrative Secretaries of the UT government and senior officials from various Central agencies implementing mega projects across the region. The Advisor also assessed the Urban infrastructure projects in Jammu and Srinagar.
The Advisor reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to give paramount priority to Jammu and Kashmir, transforming the region into a model of inclusive development and digital governance.
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