Important projects

Recently the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir said that many projects are important for the future and also for the livelihood creation.

He recently chaired the 5th Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting of the World Bank funded Jhelum & Tawi Flood Recovery Project (JTFRP) implemented by J&K Economic Reconstruction Agency (ERA).

Besides the Secretary Tourism & CEO, ERA the meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, H&UDD; Commissioner Secretary, Industries and Commerce;  DG, Planning; and others concerned.

He reviewed the pace of the ongoing projects and  stressed on further enhancing it for projects nearing completion so that these are dedicated to the public before the onset of winter season. He further instructed for completing the infrastructure projects in all respects so that people do not face any kind of inconvenience in their smooth utilization.

He called JTFRP very pivotal in improving public utilities like schools, colleges, hospitals and other disaster mitigating assets. He asserted that the project has also revived the traditional handicrafts which has directly and indirectly provided employment to thousands of our artisans and craftsmen. Regarding the unutilized funds lent by the World Bank to JTFRP the Chief Secretary directed for looking into the ways and means for securing extension of the project, if possible. He made out that the projects completed under it have proved a lot more beneficial for the people and the funds can be used to bring about further improvement in critical infrastructure and livelihood opportunities for people.