Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo Chairs High Level Consultations to Boost Jammu and Kashmir Economic Growth

SRINAGAR, MAY 15, 2026 :- Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a series of detailed consultations today with key stakeholders to formulate a comprehensive strategy for accelerating the economic growth of Jammu and Kashmir.

The meeting focused on strengthening core sectors such as Tourism, Agriculture, Handicrafts, and Industry through a unified institutional platform. Attended by senior officials including the Additional Chief Secretaries of Finance and Public Works, the Regional Head of RBI, and the Managing Director of J&K Bank, the discussions underscored the need to bring all stakeholders onto a common platform.

The Chief Secretary highlighted that while several sector-specific initiatives are currently active, a single integrated ecosystem is essential to harmonize efforts and maximize the impact of ongoing government interventions.

During the deliberations, the Chief Secretary proposed leveraging the existing Mission YUVA framework and MSME Health Clinics to provide entrepreneurs with easier access to credit, advisory services, and capacity building.

He emphasized the importance of utilizing national frameworks like the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, the Unified Lending Interface, and the Trade Receivables Discounting System to support farmers, artisans, and industrial unit holders.

To ensure structured progress, a core team headed by the Additional Chief Secretary of the Public Works Department was constituted to steer this proposed framework.

This integrated approach is intended to complement the framing of the new Industrial Policy, ensuring that the region’s economic verticals flourish in line with the aspirations of local business communities.