Srinagar, May 5, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a significant meeting with administrative secretaries at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar on May 5, 2025, emphasising action, accountability, and people-centric governance. The meeting, held shortly after Abdullah resumed office in Srinagar following a six-month stint in Jammu, underscored his administration’s commitment to streamlining governance and addressing public needs in the Union Territory.
The high-level meeting, attended by top administrative officials, focused on reviewing departmental performance, ongoing development projects, and strategies to enhance service delivery across Jammu and Kashmir. Chief Minister Abdullah reiterated his government’s priorities, stating, “The focus is now clear—action, accountability, and ensuring that good governance and development reach every individual. Let’s make these six months count.” His remarks reflect a renewed push to bridge the gap between the administration and citizens, a hallmark of his leadership since taking office on October 16, 2024.
Abdullah, who leads the National Conference (NC)-Congress alliance government, highlighted the importance of transparency and efficiency in governance. The meeting addressed critical issues such as infrastructure development, public welfare, and fiscal reforms, building on discussions from previous secretariat meetings. The Chief Minister urged administrative secretaries to prioritize timely implementation of projects and ensure effective coordination to meet public expectations.
The Civil Secretariat in Srinagar, a central hub for administrative activities, served as the backdrop for this crucial gathering. The event coincided with Abdullah’s return to Srinagar’s secretariat, marking the partial restoration of the biannual Durbar Move, a tradition his government pledged to revive. Posts on X captured public sentiment, with users noting the Chief Minister’s focus on accountability and development as a positive step for the region.
Since assuming office, Abdullah has consistently emphasized a people-first approach, as seen in his earlier meetings with administrative secretaries in October 2024. His administration has prioritized bolstering healthcare, education, employment, and infrastructure while advocating for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. The NC-Congress alliance, backed by 42 NC seats, six Congress seats, and four independents, continues to drive these efforts following their majority win in the 2024 assembly elections.
The meeting concluded with a call for administrative secretaries to align their departments with the government’s vision of inclusive growth and responsive governance. As Jammu and Kashmir navigates its challenges as a Union Territory, Abdullah’s leadership remains focused on delivering tangible results for its people.
