Jammu, November 2 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday directed his ministers to accelerate ongoing development projects, improve public grievance redressal mechanisms and ensure comprehensive preparations for the upcoming winter season.
Abdullah chaired a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Jammu shortly after the reopening of government offices under the Darbar Move arrangement. The meeting focused on administrative functioning and key developmental priorities.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister asked the newly appointed ministers to immediately review the functioning of their respective departments, speed up ongoing projects and give priority to resolving public grievances.
With the working season approaching its end, Abdullah stressed the importance of completing development works within stipulated timelines and ensuring adequate arrangements to deal with winter challenges.
He also directed departments to maintain sufficient stocks of essential commodities, particularly in remote and far-flung areas, to avoid shortages during the winter months.
Emphasising the need for effective governance, the Chief Minister called for time-bound and people-centric budget planning. He instructed departments to prepare budget proposals based on the needs, aspirations and priorities of the people.
The meeting aimed at strengthening administrative coordination, improving service delivery and ensuring that development activities continue without disruption during the winter season.
