Federal Push for Urban Development in Jammu and Kashmir

Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar reviewed urban development in Jammu and Kashmir alongside Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The focus was accelerating growth, sustainable urbanisation, and cooperative federalism. Emphasis was on improving infrastructure through strategic planning and Public-Private Partnerships for inclusive development.

Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar spearheaded a comprehensive review of urban development initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, aiming to accelerate infrastructure growth in the region.

The review meeting, also attended by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, highlighted the coordinated efforts between the Centre and the Union Territory, focusing on inclusive growth and sustainable urbanisation.

Khattar stressed the importance of strategic planning and Public-Private Partnerships to enhance infrastructure and ease of living, underlining the significant progress made in the region's urban development.