LG Sinha: J&K economy on strong growth path
Jammu, February 2,2026-Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the economy of Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a phase of strong growth momentum, driven by sustained reforms, improved governance and focused development initiatives. Addressing an official gathering, LG Sinha said that strategic investments in infrastructure, industry, tourism, agriculture and skill development have significantly strengthened […]
Snowfall, tourist rush give major boost to Kashmir’s economy
Srinagar, January 29,2026-Fresh snowfall across the Kashmir Valley, coupled with a sharp rise in tourist arrivals, is providing a significant boost to the region’s economy, revitalising local businesses and strengthening livelihoods dependent on tourism. The increased footfall has benefitted a wide range of sectors, including hotels, houseboats, restaurants, transport services and handicraft businesses. At the […]
Traders from Srinagar and Bandipora call on LG Manoj Sinha, seek reforms and relief
Srinagar, November 12,2025: A delegation of the Traders Association Central Lal Chowk, Srinagar, led by its President Feroz Ahmad Baba, called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and discussed various welfare and business-related issues concerning the traders’ community. The delegation apprised the LG of key challenges faced by shopkeepers and small business owners in the city’s […]
When business meets inspiration: LG Manoj Sinha & Raj Babbar illuminate CCIK’s 18th AGM
Srinagar, November 6,2025- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the 18th Annual General Meeting of the Chamber of Commerce & Industries Kashmir , marking a significant occasion for dialogue and collaboration between the government and the business community. The event brought together prominent entrepreneurs, industrialists, and stakeholders from across Jammu and Kashmir to discuss strategies […]
JPP-RCS train boosts Kashmir’s apple trade with daily Budgam-Delhi service
SRINAGAR, 5 September 2025 — In a significant boost for Kashmir’s apple growers, the Railway Board has greenlit a daily Joint Parcel Product–Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS) train from Budgam to New Delhi, set to commence in September 2025. This game-changing initiative aims to ensure faster, direct, and reliable transportation of the Valley’s prized apple produce […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha addresses Job air at Cluster University Jammu
JAMMU, June 23, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the Mega Job Fair-2025, organised by Cluster University of Jammu in collaboration with Desh Bhagat University, Punjab, at Padma Shri Padma Sachdev Government PG College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu. The event, a significant initiative to bridge the gap between education and employment, saw participation […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha highlights J&K’s MSME growth at ICC conclave 2025
Jammu I March 17, 2025- Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha joined MSME entrepreneurs, bankers, and experts at the Indian Chamber of Commerce’s MSME Conclave 2025, emphasising the critical role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in shaping Jammu and Kashmir’s economy. Speaking at the event, LG Manoj Sinha underscored how MSMEs are driving […]
Jammu Kashmir’s cocoon production drops to 814 MT, Govt focuses on revival
Jammu and Kashmir I March 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir recorded a total cocoon production of 821.75 metric tonnes in 2023-24, which slightly declined to 814.18 metric tonnes in 2024-25. The sericulture sector, which supports around 27,000 families across the Union Territory, has been the focus of several government initiatives aimed at enhancing production, […]
Jammu and Kashmir witnesses Rs 9,606 crore investment and 1,984 industrial units in five years
Srinagar I March 07, 2025 Jammu and Kashmir has experienced significant industrial growth over the past five years, with an investment of Rs 9,606 crore and the establishment of 1,984 industrial units, according to official reports. This surge reflects the region’s evolving economic landscape and its appeal to investors since 2019. A Boom in Industrial […]
Jammu and Kashmir boosts healthcare: 11,000 NHM staff hired, 36,000 regular posts filled in five years
Jammu I March 07, 2025 In a significant push to strengthen healthcare infrastructure, Jammu and Kashmir has reportedly hired around 11,000 doctors and paramedics under the National Health Mission (NHM) over the past five years, while also filling 36,000 regular healthcare positions. According to information circulating on social media platforms, the recruitment under NHM includes […]