Asks his cabinet colleagues to actively monitor and review departments assigned to them
CM visits Cabinet colleagues, Advisor to congratulate them on assuming office
Shadow Correspondent
SRINAGAR, OCT 18:
Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah chaired a general but significant review meeting of several departments today here at Civil Secretariat.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister assessed developmental scenario of Jammu and Kashmir while also assessing the performance and progress of various government departments. Chief Minister asserted Government’s commitment to transparency and accountability in its functioning.
Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, Minister for Health & Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo; Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana; Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election, Javid Ahmad Dar; Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports and ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma; Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, and administrative secretaries were also present during the meeting.
Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo presented a detailed briefing, highlighting the notable achievements of various departments, the current status of ongoing projects, and the deadlines for completion of projects.
Discussions included future strategies to improve governance and enhance
Chief Minister reviews
service delivery across Jammu & Kashmir.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reiterated the necessity of adhering to deadlines and urged his cabinet colleagues to actively monitor and review the departments assigned to them.
“The reviews will provide us with a clear understanding of where we stand and help us move forward effectively,” he stated.
Omar Abdullah further announced that his office would also begin reviewing other departments directly under his purview, ensuring comprehensive oversight of government functions.
“The government is committed to fostering a transparent and accountable administration, and it is vital that each department works in unison to deliver the benefits of development to the grassroots level,” the Chief Minister added.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today personally visited the office chambers at Civil Secretariat here of his Cabinet colleagues to congratulate them on formally assuming their respective duties.
The Chief Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations to Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, and Cabinet Ministers Sakeena Itoo, Javed Ahmad Rana, Javid Ahmad Dar, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani.
During his visit, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was accompanied by his Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani.
Omar expressed his confidence in the newly appointed ministers and Advisor, expressing hope that they would carry out their responsibilities diligently and contribute to the effective governance of the Union Territory.
He highlighted the importance of their roles in advancing the government’s developmental agenda and ensuring the welfare of the people.
The ministers, in turn, expressed their gratitude and appreciation for the Chief Minister’s visit and his encouraging words.
They reaffirmed their commitment to working collectively under his leadership to deliver on the promises made to the public.
Earlier today Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor allocated portfolios to the newly inducted Ministers in Chief Minister Omar Abdullah-led council of ministers.
Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary is holding the charge of Public Works (R&B), Industries and Commerce, Mining, Labour and Employment, and Skill Development.
Sakeena Itoo has been assigned the charge of important ministries of Health and Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education, and Social Welfare.
Javed Ahmed Rana has been allocated the departments of Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs.
Javid Ahmad Dar will be the minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative, and Election.
Satish Sharma has been assigned the charge of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science and Technology, Information Technology, Youth Services and Sports and ARI and Trainings.
