Udhampur 20 November :-Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today laid the foundation stone and performed Bhoomi Pujan of the new building of the Udhampur Chamber of Commerce.
The foundation stone ceremony of the Chamber at Battal Balia was organised by President Udhampur Chamber of Commerce Sham Kalsotra and his team, and attended by senior government officials, prominent members of the local business community, MLAs Pawan Gupta, RS Pathania, Balwant Mankotia, Sunil Bhardwaj, DDC Chairman Lal Chand, BJP President Arun Gupta, and representatives from trade associations.
DC Saloni Rai, SSP Amod Nagpure and senior officials were also present.The initiative aims to strengthen the economic infrastructure of Udhampur and provide a structured platform to support local enterprises, facilitate investments and promote sustainable growth.This marks a significant milestone in the promotion of business, trade, and entrepreneurship in the region.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Jitendra Singh said the foundation of the Udhampur Chamber of Commerce is a historic step towards building a robust business ecosystem in the district. He added that the initiative will empower local communities, promote entrepreneurship, and strengthen trade and investment opportunities in Jammu & Kashmir.
The Minister also highlighted that the Chamber will complement ongoing infrastructure projects in the region, ensuring that enhanced connectivity and transport facilities translate into tangible economic benefits for local businesses and the community.
The Chamber will offer business incubation, advisory services, skill development programs, and financial guidance for local entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It will also act as a bridge between investors and local businesses, creating opportunities for domestic and foreign investment and generating employment in the region.
The programme was attended by local business leaders, MLA Chenani, Balwant Singh Mankotia, MLA Udhampur West, Pawan Kumar Gupta, MLA Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania, MLA Ramnagar, Sunil Bhardwaj, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, SSP Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpure, DDC members, senior officers from the civil Administration and Police, and prominent citizens.