JAMMU :Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired an introductory meeting with Ministers and senior officers of the Civil Administration at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, following the resumption of the traditional bi-annual Darbar Move, and also inaugurated infrastructure works worth Rs 189 lakh at the Civil Secretariat.
*MEETING ON DEVELOPMENT WORKS & BUDGET PREPARATION:*
The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, all Ministers, Advisor to the Chief Minister, *Acting Chief Secretary Shailendra Kumar*, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Administrative Secretaries, heads of departments and other top civil and police administration. Outstation officers attended via video conferencing.
At the outset, Acting Chief Secretary Shailendra Kumar briefed the meeting on administrative arrangements and key issues concerning functioning of various departments, including preparation of the *Budget for 2027-28.*
Deputy Chief Minister and other Ministers also highlighted various issues of public importance and sought administration's cooperation for timely resolution.
Addressing the meeting, Chief Minister congratulated Ministers and officers on commencement of Darbar Move in Jammu and stressed that administrative functioning must remain focused and unaffected by external distractions.
*Key Directions Issued by Chief Minister:*
*1. Accelerate Development Works & Funds Utilisation:* Observing that next six months are crucial for accelerating developmental activities and ensuring optimal utilisation of funds allocated to various departments, CM urged all departments to enhance pace of execution and ensure timely completion of developmental works.
*2. Review Departments & Budget Commitments:* He asked newly inducted Ministers and those assigned new portfolios to undertake a detailed review of their respective departments and assess implementation status of commitments made during last Budget. Review should clearly identify completed projects, ongoing works and projects yet to be initiated, along with reasons for delays and measures required to expedite implementation.
*3. Review Manifesto Commitments:* CM called for comprehensive review of Government's manifesto commitments to assess progress and identify further steps required for fulfilment.
*4. Monitoring of SASCI Projects:* Emphasising need for close monitoring of developmental projects, particularly those being implemented under *SASCI (Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment)*, CM directed Ministers to regularly review their progress and ensure timely execution.
*5. Preparation for Budget 2027-28:* For financial year 2027-28, he directed all departments to prepare project proposals and *Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)* well in advance for projects proposed under SASCI. Departments were asked to keep DPRs and tender documents ready so that tendering and other preparatory formalities could be completed ahead of time, enabling immediate commencement of works once allocations are received. He said these directions had already been conveyed to departments and reiterated need for effective implementation.
*6. District Reviews:* Ministers were also asked to undertake reviews of districts assigned to them at earliest and ensure close monitoring of developmental works.
*7. Winter Preparedness:* CM reviewed winter preparedness and stressed importance of maintaining uninterrupted essential services through effective inter-departmental coordination. Taking note of concerns regarding ration dumping in certain areas, he asked concerned department to address issue and ensure adequate availability of essential commodities.
*8. Proactive Budget Formulation:* Calling for proactive approach towards budget formulation, CM directed departments to initiate consultations with Finance and Planning Departments well in advance for preparation of next financial year's Budget. Early identification of priorities and preparation of realistic proposals would provide adequate time for proper consideration and help avoid last-minute inclusion of commitments that may be difficult to implement.
*9. Facilities For Darbar Move Employees:* CM emphasised need to ensure comfortable working and living arrangements for employees who have shifted to Jammu in connection with Darbar Move. He directed administration to address shortcomings relating to accommodation, office facilities and other essential requirements to ensure smooth and efficient functioning of Secretariat.
Calling upon Ministers and officers to work in close coordination, CM stressed need for focused approach towards effective implementation of developmental commitments and public welfare initiatives.
Later, Chief Minister visited chambers of newly inducted Ministers and inspected various rooms, sections and offices of Civil Secretariat. He interacted with staff and officials and took stock of facilities and arrangements put in place following reopening of Civil Secretariat after Darbar Move. He was accompanied by his Cabinet colleagues and other senior officers.
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*CM INAUGURATES RS 189 LAKH INFRA WORKS AT CIVIL SECRETARIAT JAMMU:*
In another function today, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated infrastructure works worth *Rs 189 lakh* at Civil Secretariat, Jammu, aimed at strengthening office infrastructure and improving facilities for employees and visitors following resumption of traditional Darbar Move.
*Works Inaugurated:*
*1. Newly constructed pre-fabricated office accommodation block*, developed at an estimated cost of *Rs 158.09 lakh* under CAPEX budget.
*2. Renovated Reception Hall* at entrance gate of Civil Secretariat, completed at a cost of *Rs 31.10 lakh* under Maintenance and Repairs (M&R) component.
The inauguration of these facilities marks another step towards strengthening infrastructure and enhancing working environment at Civil Secretariat following reopening of offices in Jammu under traditional Darbar Move.
Concerned engineers briefed Chief Minister about projects, highlighting facilities created and infrastructure developed as part of works. CM also took round of newly created facilities and inspected arrangements put in place to facilitate smooth functioning of offices.
The newly developed infrastructure is aimed at providing improved working facilities for government employees while ensuring better reception environment for visitors and public.
Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Acting Chief Secretary Shailendra Kumar, Commissioner Secretary Estates M. Raju, Secretary Revenue Avny Lavasa, Director General Estates Jammu Mushtaq Ahmed and other concerned officers were present on occasion.
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