Dr Kiran Deep
The North News
Jammu, March 13
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday called for the timely execution of development projects and strict monitoring of government schemes, saying there should be no delay or lapse in the use of public funds.
Chairing a cabinet meeting in Srinagar, Abdullah directed officials to ensure that the benefits of welfare and development schemes reach people on the ground in a transparent and efficient manner within the stipulated timeframe.
The meeting paved the way for what the government described as key decisions aimed at strengthening governance and speeding up development across the Union Territory.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister’s Office said the cabinet decisions were focused on improving administrative efficiency and public service delivery.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary and ministers Sakina Itoo, Javed Ahmed Rana, Javid Ahmed Dar and Satish Sharma, officials said.
Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo was also present.
Separately, the chief minister chaired a review meeting on the implementation of works under the SASCI scheme, underlining the government’s emphasis on monitoring ongoing projects and ensuring timely delivery.
With PTI Inputs
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